§ 1-11. Qualifications.

(a) In general.

An adult-entertainment business license may not be issued to any person to own or operate an adult-entertainment business unless the applicant:

(1) based on the considerations specified in subsection (b) of this section, is of good moral character;

(2) is at least 18 years of age; and

(3) within the preceding 3 years, has not been convicted of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere in any jurisdiction to a felony involving:

(i) moral turpitude;

(ii) controlled dangerous substances;

(iii) prostitution;

(iv) obscenity; or

(v) any other crime that is sexual in nature.

(b) Required considerations.

In determining moral character, the Board must consider:

(1) all criminal convictions of the applicant; and

(2) the business history of the applicant.