# Business Regulation (GBR)

## Title 12.5. Locksmiths

### Subtitle 2. Licensing

#### Section 12.5-206

(a) The Secretary shall issue a license to each applicant that meets the requirements of this subtitle and on receipt of:

  (1) a complete national and State criminal history record report from the Central Repository in accordance with Sec. 12.5-204 of this subtitle; and

  (2) documentation of current general liability insurance in the amount required under Sec. 12.5-205 of this subtitle.

(b) The Secretary shall determine the size, form, and content of any license certificate that the Secretary issues.

(c) The Secretary:

  (1) may issue a license only for a fixed business address; but

  (2) may not issue a license for an address that is:

    (i) a hotel or motel room;

    (ii) a motor vehicle;

    (iii) a post office box; or

    (iv) a location that does not meet the qualifications of a fixed business address as defined in Sec. 12.5-101(d) of this title.

(d) The Secretary may not issue a license to an individual who is 18 years old or younger.

(e) A license issued under this title is not transferable.

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Md. Code Ann., Bus. Reg. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)