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Civilians & armed security guard courses are available by appointments.

 

Please go to the SCHEDULE tab for current prices & course dates. Online pre-registration & payments are required to reserve a seat.

 

Who Should Apply?

 

Course Overview:  Students who qualify under Maryland will be able to obtain a permit to carry a handgun. Students will leave with an understanding of carry procedures, legal issues, use of force and etc.

 

Course Length:  (2 days) 16 hours total initial, or (1 day) 8 hours renewal

 

Classroom Instruction:

 

  • Application requirements

  • Introduce and Review Safe Gun Handling Rules

  • Pistol Parts and Operation

  • Ammunition knowledge and selection

  • Cleaning and Maintenance

  • Holster selection

  • Maryland Firearms Laws

  • Use of Deadly Force

  • Mindset

  • Interactions with law enforcement

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Range Instruction : 

 

  • Live Fire Session  

  • Demonstrate Safety principals  

  • Demonstrate Marksmanship Skills

  • Students must Shoot a qualification course of fire 80% rating to qualify.

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Included in the course:  Range time, Qualification sheet, targets and semiautomatic handgun and ammunition.

                                                                                                                 

NOT included in the course: Live Scan fingerprint, Eye protection, & Hearing protection. 

MARYLAND WEAR AND CARRY PERMIT COURSE
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Handgun Wear and Carry Permit

All Handgun Permit/Wear and Carry application fees are being electronically collected at the time of application submission in the Licensing Portal.​

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ATTENTION: Before you may legally wear and carry a regulated firearm, you must possess and maintain on your person the MSP-issued Handgun Wear and Carry Permit. Submission of the application does not authorize you to wear, carry, or transport a handgun.

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To access the Wear and Carry Application click below:

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Training must be successfully completed prior to submitting the application, unless you are exempt from training. Please click here for information on Wear and Carry Permit Training.

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Who Should Apply?
 

Wear and Carry Permits may be issued to any adult (18 years of age or over) who meets the following criteria:

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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. - P.S. 5-133 (d)(2)(v)

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

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How To Apply

As of October 1, 2013, all new, renewal, and subsequent applicants must successfully complete required firearms training, within 2 years, prior to submitting the application. 

 

As of October 1, 2016 Fingerprints will no longer be required for renewal application submissions.  Fingerprints are still required for all initial/origin​al Handgun Permit applications. (MD SB208 2016)

 

As of October 1, 2019, all Wear and Carry permit applications (original, renewal and subsequent) and requests (modification and replacement) must be submitted online in the Licensing Portal. All documentation requirements and any clarifications you feel may assist investigators in processing your applications must be uploaded and electronically attached to the application in the Licensing Portal. You may access the Licensing Portal by clicking the link below:

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Licensing Portal

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The minimum documentation required for the acceptance of the Wear and Carry permit application are:

  • Color passport-size photograph  

  • Electronic fingerprint transmission receipt

  • Certificate of Handgun Training or documentation of exemption  

 

Please allow 90 days for completion of the application process. 

For further guidance in regard to submitting a Wear and Carry permit application or request please refer to the Wear and Carry Portal Users Guide.

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How Much Does It Cost?

 

All fees will be collected electronically at the time of application submission in the Licensing Portal. Acceptable forms of payment include Visa and MasterCard.

Original/Initial – $75.00 – Fingerprint Fees not included
Renewal – $50.00 – Fingerprints No Longer Required
Subsequent – $50.00 – Fingerprint Fees not included
Replacement/Modification – $10.00 – Fingerprints not required

Active/Retired Law Enforcement Officers of this State or a County/Municipality (PS 5-304) – $0.00

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When Should I Renew?

 

The initial Handgun Permit expires on the last day of the holder’s birth month following two (2) years after the date the permit is issued. Permits that have been modified or are a duplicate expire on the date provided on the initial permit.

A Handgun Permit may be renewed for successive periods of three (3) years each if, at the time of an application for renewal, the applicant possesses the qualifications for the issuance of a permit and pays the renewal fee as established in the subtitle.

The renewal process is the responsibility of the applicant and should be started no less than 90 business days from expiration of the permit. Timely renewal is the responsibility of the permit holder. The Licensing Portal will only send out renewal reminders for Wear and Carry permit applications that have been submitted through the online portal. 

 

It is the permit holder’s responsibility to notify the Licensing Division of address changes, in writing, within 30 days of any change. You must mail this change to the same address as you would mail an application.

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Where are Firearms Prohibited?


Restriction on the wear, carry and transport of handguns and firearms in certain places appear throughout Maryland law and regulations.  Below are statutes and regulations detailing the handgun and firearm restrictions.  This list should not be considered all-inclusive.

  

1. On school property (CR 4-102)

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2. Within 1,000 feet of a demonstration in a public place (CR 4-208)

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3. In legislative buildings (SG 2-1702)

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4. Aboard aircraft (TR 5-1008)

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5. In lodging establishments where the innkeeper reasonably believes individuals possess property that may be dangerous to other individuals, such as firearms or explosives (BR 15-203)

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6. On dredge boats, other than two 10 gauge shotguns (NR 4-1013)

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7. In or around State-owned public buildings and grounds (COMAR 04.05.01.03)

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8. On Chesapeake Forest Lands (COMAR 08.01.07.14)

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9. In State Forests (COMAR 08.07.01.04)

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10. In State Parks (COMAR 08.07.06.04)

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11. In State Highway Rest Areas, unless properly secured within vehicle (COMAR 11.04.07.12)

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12. In community adult rehabilitation centers (COMAR 12.02.03.10)

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13. In child care centers, except for small centers located in residences, firearms may not be kept on the premises​ ​(COMAR 13A.16.10.04)​

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Wear and Carry Reciprocity Map

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