State and City Laws for Carrying Knives
To know more on laws governing the use and carrying of knives in Maryland, check this link.
Laws for Carrying Where Alcohol is Served
Restaurant carrying is allowed in Maryland. The term “restaurant carrying” refers to carrying firearms in a place that serves alcohol unless there is a “No Gun” sign posted. Examples would be Friday’s and Red Lobster. Carriers may sit into the bar area of the restaurant to eat but should not consume alcohol.
Electric Weapons, Defensive Sprays and High Capacity Laws
Criminal Law § 4-109. Electronic Control Device Definitions. Under this section, “crime of violence” is defined the same as with § 14-101 of this article. “Electronic Control Device” is any portable device that has the capacity to injure, immobilize or kill another person with the discharge of electric current. To be able to use electronic […]
Maryland LEOSA Information
More information about the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and application in Maryland in this link. Title 4 Subtitle 3 § 4-305. Detachable magazines Under this section, no person shall be allowed to sell, manufacture, buy or receive a detachable magazine that can contain more than 10 rounds. However, this section does not apply to […]
Relevant Court Cases and Opinions of Maryland AG
• Maryland AG on Integrated Mechanical Safety Device • Maryland AG on Preemption of Firearms Regulation • Maryland Supreme Court on Self-Defense • Maryland AG on Carrying Separated, Loaded Magazines in a Vehicle • U.S. District Ct – “Good and Substantial Reason” For the Issuance of Permit/License • Maryland AG Response about Long gun carrying […]
Additional Information and Airport Requirements
No laws regarding carrying of guns inside the airport are found, but this does not necessarily mean that there are no existing laws. The validity of an individual’s training is up to 2 years. Establishing One’s Residency “A person who moves into the state with the intent of becoming a resident shall register all regulated […]
Supplemental Information
What is considered as a loaded firearm in Maryland? § 10-410. Restrictions on Hunting Wildlife Generally Individuals are not allowed to shoot any wildlife species from any type of vehicle and carry any type of firearm with ammunition on the chamber while riding in a vehicle, except as provided in § 4-203(b) of the Criminal […]
Age Requirements for Carrying or Moving Firearms
The minimum age requirement for carrying or moving firearms in Maryland without the need for any kind of license is 21 years old. For some states, identification cards or firearms registration is required by the law. Meanwhile, other state would allow possession and transportation to and from the gun shop, shooting range and own property […]
Important Links
State CCW Information State CCW Other Information Application for a CCW License Carrying Without Permit Application for Non-residents FAQs about CCW in Maine Revised Statutes in Maine Administrative Rules in Maine Information regarding Maine Reciprocity Attorney General in Maine Department of the Secretary of Maine