§ 32-2605. Search of residence prohibited; exception

MD Alcoholic B Code § 32-2605 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a warrant may not be issued to search a residence unless:

(1)    the residence or part of the residence is used as a store, hotel, restaurant, or boarding house;

(2)    the residence is used as a public resort; or

(3)    the residence is used to keep, hide, or provide alcoholic beverages to sell or for another use that violates the law.

(b)    A judge of the District Court may issue a warrant after determining that the issuance would be proper, based on an examination of:

(1)    the applicant for the warrant; or

(2)    other evidence.