AL HB262

Proposes a constitutional amendment making Marshall County a "wet county" effective the first day of the month following ratification, allowing the sale of alcoholic beverages under state law.

Authorizes the Marshall County Commission to regulate alcoholic beverage sales in unincorporated areas and require separate county business licenses from all sellers.

Permits the county commission to set licensing requirements for on-premises consumption including fire safety inspections, health department compliance, and maximum occupancy limits.

Allows the Marshall County Commission to levy additional sales and use taxes on alcoholic beverages in unincorporated areas, not to exceed rates levied by any municipality in the county.

Directs 50 percent of tax proceeds to the Marshall County Board of Education, with the remaining proceeds deposited in the county general fund; violation of requirements may result in license denial or revocation enforceable through Circuit Court injunctive relief.