§24–2705.

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MD Code › Article gab › Title 24 › Subtitle 27 › Section 24-2705

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(a) An individual under the age of 21 years may not:

(1) enter the licensed premises; or

(2) knowingly make a false statement concerning the individual’s age to gain entrance to the establishment.

(b) An individual who violates subsection (a)(2) of this section:

(1) shall be issued a citation under § 10–119 of the Criminal Law Article by a police officer or alcoholic beverages inspector; and

(2) is subject to the penalties provided in § 10–119 of the Criminal Law Article.

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