Process required to purchase 1st Handgun?

[Robert1955]

I did some looking thru the forums, and even used the search tool, but I could not find a guide telling us noobs the steps required to be ready,paperwork wise to make our first purchase go smoothly. I do have my hunters safety course card, and I completed the MSP online hand gun safety course and mailed in the paperwork. Whats next?

 

[mopar92]

Pay for it. Fill out the 4473 and MD 77R. Wait and envision all the glorious adventures you and your new best friend are gonna have.

 

[annihilation-time]

A gun shop will walk you through the process.

 

[Robert1955]

I figured the shop would know, I just wanted to have an idea ahead of time so I would not feel, welll like a noob

 

[annihilation-time]

Your hand might get tired from all the paperwork; other than that, it's no big deal.

 

[tennisdr]

be sure to take the online safety course and get your id card

 

[BondJamesBond]

I figured the shop would know, I just wanted to have an idea ahead of time so I would not feel, welll like a noob

As long as you are dealing with a reputable shop, there is nothing wrong with telling them that you have never done this before. Practice printing very clearly.

 

[Af_catfish]

To make it even worse some shops have different requirements. When I bought my Beretta from Bass Pro I showed them my Military ID, Ohio Driver's License, and Orders for Andrews. That established that I was a Maryland resident. Then I filled out the paperwork and life was good. When I bought my Glock 21 from MSAR they wanted all the above and utility bills for three months prior. That way I can establish that I was a Maryland resident. I bet they're more stringent because PG county has a bit of a crime problem. If you have a Maryland Driver's License it probably makes the process a bit easier. If you want to make absolutely sure you have all the paperwork I would recommend bringing your Maryland DL with your current address, utility bills for the past few months that have your name and address on them, and the certificate you got for taking the online safety course. Some shops don't require the utility bills to prove residence. Don't be afraid to ask questions that make you look like a noob. We've all been there. IPs will steer you in the right direction for your new purchase.
Don't forget to envision the adventures you and your new best friend are going to have while you wait for the MSP to not disapprove you. It would typically take around 7 days. But with the current backlog, who knows how long it'll take.

 

[MEGARMS]

take the safety course on the MSP website

 

[Gbh]

MD drivers license and the online safety course card should be all you need.

 

[jumpsfromplanes]

If you are a MD resident, take your MD drivers license. If you do not have your current address on it, then bring a government issued document with your current address. also bring your MSP safety card or your hunters safety card if you got it after 2002.