Wear and Carry Permits may be issued to any adult (18 years of age or over) who meets the following criteria:

An applicant between 18 and 21 years of age may only be issued a wear and carry permit to possess a regulated firearm required for employment. - P.S. 5-133 (d)(2)(v)

Has not been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor for which a sentence of imprisonment for more than one year has been imposed; or convicted of a criminal offense for which you could have been sentenced to more than 2 years’ incarceration.

Has not been convicted of a crime involving the possession, use, or distribution of a controlled dangerous substance;

Is not presently an alcoholic, addict, or habitual user of a controlled dangerous substance unless under legitimate medical direction;

Based on an investigation, has not exhibited a propensity for violence or instability that may reasonably render the person’s possession of a handgun a danger to the person or others;

As of October 1, 2013, has successfully completed the Maryland State Police approved firearms training course within 2 years prior to submitting the original or renewal application.

1. Take 16-hour Maryland State Police approved firearm course and score at least 70 % on the live firearm course. Separate fee for TTG to provide firearm and ammo if needed.

2. Have your fingerprints taken by a live scan fingerprint technician. We will have a fingerprint company on day one of each class. Separate fee charged by fingerprint technician.

3. Submit your application to the Maryland State Police through the licensing portal. MSP application fee is $125. By law MSP has 90 days to make a decision after your application is submitted. We offer application assistance for a fee.