ROBERT L. EHRLICH, JR., Governor                             Ch. 155

expenses, including, but not restricted to, the compensation of the inspectors, the
salary of the administrator as limited herein, compensation of other personnel, who
shall be qualified and employed under the county merit system, printing, supplies,
and office space, shall be at the discretion of the County Council.

15-112.

(r) (1) This subsection applies only in Prince George's County.

(2)     The Board shall appoint an administrator, an attorney, and all
inspectors for the Board.

(3)     (i) The inspectors shall:

1.       Each have all the powers of a peace officer or a constable
or sheriff of this State;

2.       Make oath to faithfully perform the duties entrusted to
them, as provided in Article I, § 9 of the Maryland Constitution;

3.       Be known as "alcoholic beverages inspectors for Prince
George's County";

4.       Have the duty of visiting and inspecting every licensed
premises periodically; and

5.       Carry on the other duties the Board prescribes.

(ii) There are [2] THREE full-time and 29 part-time inspectors, all
of whom shall be county residents. The [2] THREE full-time inspector positions shall
be designated as the chief inspector and the deputy chief [inspector] INSPECTORS.
The [2] THREE full-time inspectors who meet the standards set out by the Prince
George's County merit board and who are certified by the personnel director as
meeting these standards shall be entitled to the provisions of the county merit
system.

(iii) Each part-time inspector shall receive an annual salary of not
less than $9,976.

(iv) The Board shall designate annually a chief inspector from
among the [2] THREE full-time inspectors. The chief inspector, under the direction of
the Board, shall regulate the duties, hours, and assignments of the various inspectors.

16-408.

The inspectors in Anne Arundel County, Frederick County, Harford County,
Montgomery County, and Prince George's County who investigate license violations
under this article may issue civil citations as provided in § 10-119 of the Criminal
Law Article.

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