Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 9-1506
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§9–1506.
Official statutory text
(a) The Board may deny a license application if it decides that:
(1) the applicant is unfit to be issued the license; or
(2) the location described in the application is not a proper one with reference to ensuring the public peace, general welfare, or character of the neighborhood.
(b) Due regard shall be given to the number of licenses issued for a neighborhood.
(1) the applicant is unfit to be issued the license; or
(2) the location described in the application is not a proper one with reference to ensuring the public peace, general welfare, or character of the neighborhood.
(b) Due regard shall be given to the number of licenses issued for a neighborhood.
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