Yes. Maryland requires a Wear and Carry Permit to carry a handgun on your person or in a vehicle. Carrying without a valid permit is a criminal offense. Our attorneys can advise you on permit requirements and defend you if you are charged with a permit violation.

Under Maryland law, individuals convicted of certain felonies and violent misdemeanors, those subject to protective orders, individuals with certain mental health adjudications, and those convicted of certain drug offenses are prohibited from possessing firearms. The specific restrictions depend on the nature of the prior offense.

Yes. If law enforcement violated your Fourth Amendment rights during a search, any firearms discovered may be ruled inadmissible. Our attorneys thoroughly examine the circumstances of your arrest and file suppression motions to challenge illegally obtained evidence.

Penalties vary based on the specific offense. Carrying a handgun without a permit can result in up to 3 years in prison. Possession by a prohibited person carries up to 5 years, and using a firearm during a crime of violence carries mandatory minimum sentences of 5 to 20 years without parole.