Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 20–1603

A Class A license may not be issued for, transferred to, used in conjunction with, or used at the location of:

(1) a chain store;

(2) a supermarket;

(3) a discount house; or

(4) a franchised establishment:

(i) that is operated under an agreement between a franchisee and franchisor that permits the franchisee to conduct a business or sell a product or service under a name or mark, in accordance with the methods and procedures set out by the franchisor; and

(ii) for which the franchisor assists the franchisee through advertising, promotion, or other services.