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Requirements of owning a firearm in Maryland • Minimum age..... 21 years old • has never been convicted of a disqualifying crime; • has never been convicted of a violation classified as a common law crime and received a term of imprisonment of more than 2 years • is not a fugitive from justice
For residents of Maryland who wish to carry concealed firearms, understanding the state’s laws and reciprocity agreements is paramount. This guide aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Maryland’s concealed carry landscape, equipping you with the essential knowledge to navigate these regulations confidently.
This document contains the most frequently encountered, but not all the State laws relating to firearms in Maryland. Nor does it include the many gun laws in various counties, cities and municipalities. It is for reference and information only and does not constitute legal advice.
State Laws and Published Ordinances – Maryland Statutes current through all legislation of the 2022 Regular Session of the General Assembly. Office of the Attorney General
Open carry of weapons in Maryland requires a permit for the first time ever – after nearly 400 years of unrestricted open carry by citizens. (Archives of Maryland, 708:48-51) It now requires a permit from the Maryland State Police to carry a handgun in any way – concealed
Maryland's preemption statute provides uniformity for some gun laws throughout the state. But localities may still regulate the discharge of firearms within their limits and the carry of firearms within 100 yards of schools, parks, churches, public buildings, and places of public assembly.
Maryland does regulate the sale, transfer, rent and possession of regulated firearms, which consist of handguns and "assault weapons." However, the sale or transfer of "assault weapons" after...
