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Maryland Transporting Firearms Laws (2026)

Restricted: Without a permit, a handgun must be unloaded, in an enclosed case or holster, with ammunition separate, transported only between specific lawful locations.

RestrictedVerified May 31, 2026

Without a permit, a handgun must be unloaded, in an enclosed case or holster, with ammunition separate, transported only between specific lawful locations. Federal FOPA also applies.

Official source: mdsp.maryland.gov →

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