Here's my advice: Don't.
Good info, thanks!If, after 1 OCT 2013, you bought weapons that are now banned in MD, you may not bring them into MD as-is. Period.
You may be able to bring them into MD if you can convert them to an NFA configuration first. If you have time.
You can also bring them in if they can be placed in a non-banned configuration. An AR15 bought in 2014, for instance, may be brought into MD if you replace the barrel with an HBAR first (assuming it doesn't have a heavy barrel already, in which case it's fine).
If you owned them prior to that date, you can bring them as-is but you must register them as regulated firearms within 90 days of establishing residency.
I'm very sorry for you! I have less than 12 years to retire so I can escape it.New member moving to the Annapolis area with an existing collection of firearms including AR, AK, M14 and FAL rifles. I'm at a loss with the current set of laws and having trouble finding advice how to proceed legally. First off...the move is a necessity and not an option. So before anyone says to stay in FL lets understand it's out of the question. And I know how to use a search engine, but most threads on the subject offer spotty/questionable advice and quickly take a turn. I've thought about asking the local law but reluctant to rely solely on this since anything offered may not be in my best interest.
So to begin with how does someone enter into MD with a trunk full of "evil" rifles? And supposing I arrive at my new home without being arrested what do I do next and how long do I have? Assuming I have to register everything how is it done and would it be better to put my collection into a "trust" before moving? Some of the rifles were purchased after your new laws took effect.
Thank you for your time and any constructive advice is appreciated.
I'm curious- what law requires registration of long guns? Please cite the statute and describe the process for registration of something that's NOT a handgun.If you owned them prior to that date, you can bring them as-is but you must register them as regulated firearms within 90 days of establishing residency.
Contact Maryland State Police, they are usually good with questions like thatNew member moving to the Annapolis area with an existing collection of firearms including AR, AK, M14 and FAL rifles. I'm at a loss with the current set of laws and having trouble finding advice how to proceed legally. First off...the move is a necessity and not an option. So before anyone says to stay in FL lets understand it's out of the question. And I know how to use a search engine, but most threads on the subject offer spotty/questionable advice and quickly take a turn. I've thought about asking the local law but reluctant to rely solely on this since anything offered may not be in my best interest.
So to begin with how does someone enter into MD with a trunk full of "evil" rifles? And supposing I arrive at my new home without being arrested what do I do next and how long do I have? Assuming I have to register everything how is it done and would it be better to put my collection into a "trust" before moving? Some of the rifles were purchased after your new laws took effect.
Thank you for your time and any constructive advice is appreciated.
The OP's questions have likely been answered given they asked them back in 2014.Contact Maryland State Police, they are usually good with questions like that
Maybe. Can you afford private schooling?Lol, at least is is temporary... my children will be safer than in WA.