{"id":544,"date":"2023-04-21T00:38:17","date_gmt":"2023-04-21T00:38:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/devu05.testdevlink.net\/theodore\/?page_id=544"},"modified":"2023-07-11T19:47:24","modified_gmt":"2023-07-11T19:47:24","slug":"maryland-wear-and-carry-weapon-faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/devu05.testdevlink.net\/theodore\/maryland-wear-and-carry-weapon-faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Maryland Wear and Carry Weapon FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_background&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;30&#8243; bottom_padding=&#8221;30&#8243; text_color=&#8221;light&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;faqq&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; sticky_content=&#8221;true&#8221; sticky_content_functionality=&#8221;js&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][nectar_btn size=&#8221;large&#8221; open_new_tab=&#8221;true&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; button_id=&#8221;butt-sec&#8221; text=&#8221;Click here to book your New Jersey ccw Qualification Course&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/devu05.testdevlink.net\/theodore\/product-category\/state-ccw-courses\/&#8221;][toggles style=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221;][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;h3&#8243; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Maryland Wear and Carry Weapon FAQ&#8221;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul font_size_desktop_20px font_line_height_30px\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-chevron-right\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"15px\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">How can I receive an application status check?<\/a><br \/>\nYour current application status can be obtained by logging in to your Licensing Portal account. \u200bPlease note, wear and carry permit applications can take up to 90 days to process. If your application has been submitted for more than 90 days, please contact the Handgun Permit Unit for further instructions.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">If my permit has expired, can I still submit my application as a Renewal?<\/a><br \/>\nNo. All expired wear and carry permit applications must be submitted as an Original application. This includes all Original application fees, fingerprints, training, and documentation requirements.\u200b<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">If my handgun permit should expire before I receive my renewed handgun permit card, can I still carry a handgun?<\/a><br \/>\n\u200bAs long as the renewal application has been submitted in the Licensing Portal at least two (2) weeks prior to the expiration date of the current handgun permit, you are still allowed to carry on the expired permit until you receive your renewed permit. If the application is returned to you for incompleteness and you resubmit it after the two (2) weeks, you will not be a\u200bllowed to carry your handgun.\u200b\u200b<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">What documentation do I need to submit with my renewal application?<\/a><br \/>\n\u200bYou need to submit the same documentation as when you first applied.\u200b<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">How do I obtain a replacement if my Handgun Permit is lost or stolen?<\/a><br \/>\nWear and Carry card \u201cReplacement\u201d requests are submitted in your online portal account. If you do not have an existing portal account, you will need to create one to submit this request. You must attach a notarized letter to your online request, explaining the circumstances of the loss\/theft. There is a $10 fee, which is paid via credit card upon the submission of your request. If you are a security guard, private detective, armored car driver or special police officer, please attach an updated company sponsorship to your request.\u200b\u200b<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">What number on my LiveScan receipt should I put at the top of the application?<\/a><br \/>\n\u200b You may leave this area blank. Send in a copy of the LiveScan receipt with the application.\u200b<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">Can a handgun instructor that is not on the list qualify me?<\/a><br \/>\n\u200bNo. The handgun instructor must be registered with the Maryland State Police on-line registration.\u200b<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">How can I find an approved certified handgun instructor?<\/a><br \/>\n\u200bA list of Qualified Handgun Instructors is available <a href=\"https:\/\/emdsp.mdsp.org\/verification\/\">online here\u200b<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">Who is exempt from the training requirement?<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Training\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx\">\u200bClick Here<\/a>\u200b to see the exemptions<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">Can an out-of-state LiveScan provider print me?<\/a><br \/>\n\u200bNo. Out-of-state providers are not approved by the Dept. of Public Safety and Correctional Services.\u200b<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">Can a LiveScan provider that is not on this list print me?<\/a><br \/>\n\u200bNo. They must be approved by the Dept. of Public Safety and Correctional Services.\u200b<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">Where can I go to be LiveScan fingerprinted?<\/a><br \/>\n\u200bTo find a fingerprinting service provider, please <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpscs.state.md.us\/publicservs\/fingerprint.shtml\">Click Here\u200b<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">Can I legally transport firearms interstate?<\/a><br \/>\n\u200bYes, under Title 18, Section 926A, of the United States Code, a person who is not prohibited from possessing, transporting, shipping, or receiving a firearm shall be entitled to transport a firearm for any lawful purpose from any place where he may lawfully possess and carry such firearm to any place where he may lawfully possess and carry such firearm if, during such transportation the firearm is unloaded, neither the firearm nor any ammunition being transported is readily accessible or is directly accessible from the passenger compartment. In the case the vehicle does not have a compartment separate from the driver\u2019s compartment the firearm or ammunition shall be contained in a locked compartment other than the glove compartment or console.\u200b<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">Can I legally transport my regulated firearm to the range?<\/a><br \/>\nYes, however, Maryland and Federal laws require specific conditions be met while transporting a handgun. Please refer to Maryland Annotated Code, Criminal Law, Title 4, Section 203 for a detailed account of wearing, carrying, or transporting a handgun. You may access the Maryland General Assembly website at <a href=\"http:\/\/mlis.state.md.us\/\">http:\/\/mlis.state.md.us\/<\/a> You can access the Federal requirements through <a href=\"http:\/\/www.atf.gov\/\">www.atf.gov<\/a> and conduct a search for \u201c27 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 178\u2033 and then look for \u201cTransportation of Firearms.\u201d The basic requirement during transport is the handgun must be unloaded and in an enclosed case or enclosed holster with the ammunition separate from the handgun AND you must be transporting the handgun to or from the locations listed in the statute.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mdsp.maryland.gov\/Organization\/Pages\/CriminalInvestigationBureau\/LicensingDivision\/Firearms\/WearandCarryPermit.aspx#\">I have a permit\/CCW from my state. 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