§ 7.5-101. Definitions.

   (a) In general. -- In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) Common carrier. --

   (1) "Common carrier" means a business entity that:

      (i) Holds itself out as being available to the public to transport in interstate or foreign commerce for compensation any class of passenger or property; and

      (ii) Holds a common carrier permit issued under § 2-101(w) of this article.

   (2) "Common carrier" does not include a business entity that transports only property it owns or that is consigned to it.

(c) Direct wine shipper. -- "Direct wine shipper" means the holder of a direct wine shipper's permit issued under this title.

(d) Pomace brandy. -- "Pomace brandy" means brandy that is distilled from the pulpy residue of the wine press, including the skins, pips, and stalks of grapes.

(e) Wine. --

   (1) "Wine" includes pomace brandy.

   (2) "Wine" does not include beer, distilled spirits, or any alcoholic beverage other than wine.

HISTORY: 2011, ch. 204, § 2; ch. 205, § 2; 2013, ch. 396.