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Maryland Hunting License (2026)

Restricted: Hunting license required; first-time hunters need a Certificate of Competency in Hunter Safety unless they held a MD license before July 1, 1977.

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026

Hunting license required; first-time hunters need a Certificate of Competency in Hunter Safety unless they held a MD license before July 1, 1977. Via MD DNR.

Official source: dnr.maryland.gov →

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