Firearms storage regulations

[trapture]

Hey Guys,

Where is the firearms storage regulations for Maryland? I would think they are in comar but Haven't came across them.

Thanks in Advance
TRapture

 

[rmiddle]

Hey Guys,

Where is the firearms storage regulations for Maryland? I would think they are in comar but Haven't came across them.

Thanks in Advance
TRapture

It is pretty Generic something to the effect of storage in such a way as children under the age of 16 can't get access. Nothing specif.

Thanks
Robert

 

[agstevens05]

Even if there wasn't it is a good idea to safely store them to avoid them getting stolen or a child getting it.

 

[krew08]

Annotated Code of Maryland

CRIMINAL LAW
TITLE 4. WEAPON CRIMES
SUBTITLE 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS

Md. CRIMINAL LAW Code Ann. § 4-104

§ 4-104. Child's access to firearms


(a) Definitions. --

(1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) "Ammunition" means a cartridge, shell, or other device containing explosive or incendiary material designed and intended for use in a firearm.

(3) "Child" means an individual under the age of 16 years.

(4) (i) "Firearm" means a handgun, rifle, shotgun, short-barreled rifle, or short-barreled shotgun, as those terms are defined in § 4-201 of this title, or any other firearm.

(ii) "Firearm" does not include an antique firearm as defined in § 4-201 of this title.

(b) Exceptions. -- This section does not apply if:

(1) the child's access to a firearm is supervised by an individual at least 18 years old;

(2) the child's access to a firearm was obtained as a result of an unlawful entry;

(3) the firearm is in the possession or control of a law enforcement officer while the officer is engaged in official duties; or

(4) the child has a certificate of firearm and hunter safety issued under § 10-301.1 of the Natural Resources Article.

(c) Prohibited. -- A person may not store or leave a loaded firearm in a location where the person knew or should have known that an unsupervised child would gain access to the firearm.

(d) Penalty. -- A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $ 1,000.

(e) Effect of violation. --

(1) A violation of this section may not:

(i) be considered evidence of negligence;

(ii) be considered evidence of contributory negligence;

(iii) limit liability of a party or an insurer; or

(iv) diminish recovery for damages arising out of the ownership, maintenance, or operation of a firearm or ammunition.

(2) A party, witness, or lawyer may not refer to a violation of this section during a trial of a civil action that involves property damage, personal injury, or death.

 

[scottymd]

Is there any difference in the law between long rifles and handguns relating to childrens access or is this it?

 

[iH8DemLibz]

Is there any difference in the law between long rifles and handguns relating to childrens access or is this it?

The State Police can answer these questions.

 

[krew08]

Is there any difference in the law between long rifles and handguns relating to childrens access or is this it?

It's pretty clear in the text of the law...

(4) (i) "Firearm" means a handgun, rifle, shotgun, short-barreled rifle, or short-barreled shotgun, as those terms are defined in § 4-201 of this title, or any other firearm.

 

[gorgeman]

out of reach of 16 year handgun rifle shotgun ect

 

[jonnyl]

not to thread jack, but does anyone think that "3" is a little unnecessary?

(b) Exceptions. -- This section does not apply if:

(1) the child's access to a firearm is supervised by an individual at least 18 years old;

(2) the child's access to a firearm was obtained as a result of an unlawful entry;

(3) the firearm is in the possession or control of a law enforcement officer while the officer is engaged in official duties; or

(4) the child has a certificate of firearm and hunter safety issued under § 10-301.1 of the Natural Resources Article.