(a) Generally. A license holder may apply for a license renewal within the time period and under the regulations adopted by the Director. A change requested by a commercial bingo licensee in the classification of the license does not affect the right to apply for a license renewal.
(b) Denial. The Director may deny an application for a license renewal on the grounds set forth in this subtitle for the approval of a change in ownership or working control of a license or licensee, or on any of the following grounds:
(1) a pattern of customer complaints, including complaints concerning the manner in which the commercial bingo games were conducted during the license period;
(2) a violation of this subtitle, violation of the rules and regulations enacted under this subtitle, or violation of any other applicable federal, state or local law or regulation during the license period;
(3) failure of a commercial bingo licensee to maintain an active commercial bingo operation during the license period, including a failure to offer bingo games on a regularly scheduled basis;
(4) an adverse impact of a commercial bingo licensee's operation on the neighborhood, including traffic, noise, and public safety;
(5) a failure to employ required internal management and financial controls sufficient to discourage employee dishonesty and maintain the integrity of the bingo games; or
(6) a failure to have paid all taxes as required by § 11-2-103.
(1985 Code, Art. 16, § 2-312) (Bill No. 96-91; Bill No. 4-00)