(a) In general

Except as provided in regulations prescribed by the Secretary, it shall be unlawful for a dealer to purchase distilled spirits for resale from any person other than a wholesale dealer in liquors who is required to keep the records prescribed by section 5121.

(b) Limited retail dealers

A limited retail dealer may lawfully purchase distilled spirits for resale from a retail dealer in liquors.

(c) Penalty and forfeiture

For penalty and forfeiture provisions applicable to violations of subsection (a), see sections 5687 and 7302.