Who we are and what we do
The Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission (ATCC) regulates alcohol and tobacco businesses in Maryland and enforces related laws. We support public safety, fair business practices, and a well-regulated marketplace.
Our role in Maryland
We support a safe and fair marketplace by regulating alcohol and tobacco industries and enforcing related laws.
Who we serve
- Business owners and license holders
- Applicants and new businesses
- Local governments and communities
- The public
What we do
The ATCC regulates alcohol and tobacco businesses in Maryland and enforces laws related to alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis. We:
- Issue licenses and permits for alcohol and tobacco businesses
- Enforce state laws and investigate violations
- Conduct inspections and compliance checks
- Provide guidance to help businesses follow the law
Who to contact
Different Maryland agencies handle different parts of alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis regulation. Use the guide below to understand where to go.
Go to the ATCC if you need to
- Apply for an alcohol or tobacco license
- Respond to a violation or enforcement action
- Get help with compliance or inspections
What the ATCC does
- License alcohol and tobacco businesses
- Enforce alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis laws
Important: ATCC does not issue cannabis licenses, but enforces laws related to cannabis and THC products.
Go to the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) if you need to
- Apply for a cannabis license
- Manage a cannabis business
- Learn about cannabis regulations
What the MCA does
- Issue cannabis licenses
- Regulate cannabis operations
- Oversee cannabis compliance and training
Visit the Maryland Cannabis Administration
Go to the Comptroller of Maryland if you need to
- File or pay taxes related to alcohol, tobacco, or cannabis
- Get help with tax reporting
What the Comptroller does
- Collect taxes on regulated industries
- Oversee tax compliance and reporting
Visit the Comptroller of Maryland
Leadership and staff
The ATCC is led by the Executive Director and supported by teams across enforcement, licensing, legal, and administrative services.
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Beth Richard
ADA Officer
Email [email protected] -
Michael F. Nguyen
Communications Officer
Main 667-262-2688 -
Isai Hernandez
Policy Analyst
Main 667-437-4082 -
Jeffrey M. Hann, Esq.
Public Information Act Representative
Email [email protected]Main 667-260-7133 -
S. Stouffer
District 6 Agent Supervisor
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D. Marple
District 5 Agent Supervisor
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X. Watson
District 4 Agent Supervisor
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M. Mangold
District 3 Agent Supervisor
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M. Bolden
District 2 Agent Supervisor
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V. Allen
District 1 Agent Supervisor
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Jessica Honeycutt
Executive Associate, Office of the Executive Director
Main 410-260-7393 -
Andrew Garrison
Director, Finance, Administration, and Accountability Division
Main 410-260-6013 -
Andrew J Waters
Director, Licensing, Research, and Trade Practices
Main 410-260-6245
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners provides oversight and guidance for ATCC operations.
| Name | Role |
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| Alan Silverstein | Chairman |
| Robert Poole | Secretary |
| Patrick H. Murray, Esq. | Commissioner |
| Walter B. Mangels | Vice Chair |
| Dourakine Rosarion | Commissioner |
| Meena Seshamani, MD, Ph.D | Ex Officio Member MD Dept of Health |
| Col. Michael Jackson | Ex Officio Member Maryland State Police |