The Comptroller's agents along with Prince George's County police seized approximately 400 cases of illegal beer worth nearly $10,000. Comptroller Franchot:

As Comptroller, I have always vowed to protect law-abiding businesses and consumers. Therefore, I refuse to tolerate activities and practices that blatantly disregard Maryland tax laws. My agents will continue to partner with fellow law enforcement officials throughout the state to rid our streets of contraband and maintain a level playing field for all Maryland businesses and consumers.

Cracking down on contraband is part of the Comptroller's duties and Peter Franchot is doing his job.

So far in fiscal year 2009 ending June 30, Comptroller agents have had 90 alcohol violations confiscating 1,150 gallons of distilled liquor, 119 gallons of wine and 43,402 containers of illegal beer with a retail value of approximately $140,000.