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Maryland Gun Control Laws
More Information on Gun Control Laws
| Code Section | Art. 27 §§291A, 442, 481A, et seq. |
| Illegal Arms | Short-barreled rifle or shotgun |
| Waiting Period | 7 days |
| Who May Not Own | 1. Fugitive from justice; 2. Convicted felon; convicted of crime of violence; 3. Habitual drunkard; 4. Addict/habitual user of narcotics/amphetamines/barbiturates; 5. If spent more than 30 consecutive days in mental institution for treatment; 6. Under 21 yrs. |
| Law Prohibiting Firearms On or Near School Grounds | Misdemeanor. 27, 36A |
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