Handgun Wear and Carry Permit Details

Obtaining the Permit

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1. An applicant between 18 and 21 years of age may only be issued a wear and carry permit to possess a regulated firearm required for employment

2. Has not been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor for which a sentence of imprisonment for more than one year has been imposed; or convicted of a criminal offense for which you could have been sentenced to more than 2 years incarceration.

3. Has not been convicted of a crime involving the possession, use, or distribution of a controlled dangerous substance.

4. Is not presently an alcoholic, addict, or habitual user of a controlled dangerous substance unless under legitimate medical direction.

5. Based on an investigation, has not exhibited a propensity for violence or instability that may reasonably render the person’s possession of a handgun a danger to the person or others.

6. Has a good and substantial reason to wear, carry, or transport a handgun, such as finding that the permit is necessary as a reasonable precaution against danger.

7. As of October 1, 2013, has successfully completed the Maryland State Police approved firearms training course within 2 year prior to submitting the original or renewal application.