# COMAR Title 29 — Department of State Police

## Subtitle 03 — Weapons Regulations

### Chapter 01 — Regulated Firearms

#### Regulation .26 Handgun Qualification License — Generally.

*COMAR 29.03.01.26*

A. Except as provided in §B of this regulation, a person shall possess a valid Handgun Qualification License before the person may purchase, rent, or receive a handgun.

B. A person is not required to possess a Handgun Qualification License if the person:

  (1) Possesses valid credentials or retirement credentials from a law enforcement agency of the United States, the State, or any local law enforcement agency in the State;

  (2) Is an active or retired member of the armed forces of the United States or the National Guard, and possesses a valid military identification card; or

  (3) Purchases, rents, or receives an antique, curio, or relic firearm, as defined in federal law or in determinations published by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

C. A person who has a valid permit issued under Public Safety Article, Title 5, Subtitle 3, Annotated Code of Maryland may submit a written request to the Secretary for a Handgun Qualification License without submitting the Handgun Qualification License application or fee under Regulation .28 of this chapter.