MARYLAND · FIREARMS
Firearms
Firearms laws in Maryland (1970)
Restricted
Summary
Open carry: PROHIBITED without a Wear and Carry Permit (rarely issued for OC). Concealed: shall-issue post-Bruen. Handgun Qualification License (HQL) required to buy.
Notable
Handgun Qualification License required to purchase any handgun; mag cap 10.
Penalties
Firearms is RESTRICTED in Maryland — see exactly what you're risking: the penalties, the charges, and the exceptions that keep you legal.
Exceptions & nuances
Firearms is restricted in Maryland, but narrow carve-outs exist. See the exemptions, edge cases, and conditions that actually apply.
Statute
Read the exact Maryland statute that restricts firearms — citation and section so you can verify the source yourself.
Last updated: May 28, 2026
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