# Public Safety (GPS)

## Title 5. Firearms

### Subtitle 3. Handgun Permits

#### Section 5-301

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) "Handgun" has the meaning stated in Sec. 4-201 of the Criminal Law Article.

(c) "Permit" means a permit issued by the Secretary to carry, wear, or transport a handgun.

(d) "Qualified handgun instructor" has the meaning stated in Sec. 5-101 of this title.

(e) "Secretary" means the Secretary of State Police or the Secretary's designee.

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