§ 5–137
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Pub. Safety § 5-137 (2026)
Title 5. Firearms
Subtitle 1. Regulated Firearms
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(a)
A person who seeks to own a regulated firearm and purchases the regulated firearm from an out-of-state federally licensed gun importer, manufacturer, or dealer shall:
(1)
have the federally licensed importer, manufacturer, or dealer ship the regulated firearm to a licensee for processing; and
(2)
comply with §§ 5-103, 5-104, 5-117 through 5-129, and 5-136 of this subtitle.
(b)
If a person purchases a regulated firearm for use within the scope of the person’s official duties, the Secretary may waive the 7–day waiting period under § 5–124 of this subtitle for:
(1)
law enforcement personnel of any unit of the federal government;
(2)
members of the armed forces or the National Guard; or
(3)
law enforcement personnel of the State or any local agency in the State.