HOW to APPLY for a MARYLAND Carry Permit

Auckland · Mar 10, 2012

Since Utah gives out permits and MD does not. I would say yes. Include everything to verify you are a citizen.

fxdunigan · Mar 10, 2012

platoonDaddy said:
Give MARI in Annapolis a call, great attitude and very smooth operation. Went there yesterday in and out in 10-15 minutes.

410.280.1409

MARI
1202 West Street
Annapolis

Edit: forgot to add: scan, photos and notary for $64.25

Heard lots of good comments on this forum about them. Checked their site and called the number too. Looks like they are open only 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month. This is the 2nd Sat.

But I did find Grand Mission in Hyattsville has Sat. Livescan fingerprinting hours on their website and on their recorded voice greeting 10a - 1:30p. No appointment necessary. I called to try to confirm but couldn't reach a live person. Their site also says they have notary services.
Office: 1 - 301 - 429 - 0525
www.monadikosonline.com/gmc/html/fingerprinting.html

csanc123 · Mar 10, 2012

fxdunigan said:
But I did find Grand Mission in Hyattsville has Sat. Livescan fingerprinting hours on their website and on their recorded voice greeting 10a - 1:30p. No appointment necessary. I called to try to confirm but couldn't reach a live person. Their site also says they have notary services.
Office: 1 - 301 - 429 - 0525
www.monadikosonline.com/gmc/html/fingerprinting.html

This is where I went (grand mission)...it was painless and quick. The only caveat is that if you are doing your photos there, tell them you don't need the blue background. (MSP calls for a white background for the photo).

OnTarget · Mar 10, 2012

teratos said:
I've never had to provide any medical records for my MD permit.

Thanks for your reply. Appreciated! I assumed that was after giving them a "yes" to one of the questions. I did the same, but mine occurred 25 to 37 years ago, so records would likely be unavailable, if any.

OnTarget · Mar 10, 2012

mrjam2jab said:
Curios...FL will only accept live scan from within state. Is MD the same? Would a Live Scan location in PA be "authorized"?

I can get ink prints done for free...but if I can't get the card that doesn't help me much.

I live in WV and I'm doing Livescan in MD. I don't know why that wouldn't be acceptable. If not, please chime in.

fxdunigan · Mar 10, 2012

csanc123 said:
This is where I went (grand mission)...it was painless and quick. The only caveat is that if you are doing your photos there, tell them you don't need the blue background. (MSP calls for a white background for the photo).

Update: I used the contact form on their website asking for confirmation that they are open today and got a call back from the owner within the hour. Nice guy! He was headed to the office. If anybody's interested today, suggest using the contact form as I did. Sounded like he'd be there after thier normally posted hours.

martinithebun · Mar 10, 2012

I've read in numerous posts that MSI and Delegate Smigiel would like us to contact them so the could follow our apps (to make sure the state isn't doing anything shady).

Where is that request? What should we include and where should it be sent.

OnTarget · Mar 10, 2012

I'm surprised that a driver's license and basic pistol course certificate aren't required with application.

Auckland · Mar 10, 2012

If you guys are doing livescan on a Sat, doesnt that cut it close for the 72 hour window the MSP demands.

Auckland · Mar 10, 2012

OnTarget said:
I'm surprised that a driver's license and basic pistol course certificate aren't required with application.

SHHhhhhh. It probably will once they start changing the rules since they have to issue them.

fxdunigan · Mar 10, 2012

csanc123 said:
This is where I went (grand mission)...it was painless and quick. The only caveat is that if you are doing your photos there, tell them you don't need the blue background. (MSP calls for a white background for the photo).

OnTarget said:
I live in WV and I'm doing Livescan in MD. I don't know why that wouldn't be acceptable. If not, please chime in.

My opinion is having your Livescan done in Maryland is the best choice.

I did a bunch of reading. The Livescan process and technology is used everywhere, and the FBI requirements are what forced Maryand to stop accepting ink prints as of March 1st.

For the purpose of this thread, the State of Maryland is doing the background check and they want their fees. The MDSP uses the MD CJIS and referrs us to the fingerprinting rules on the DPSC website. So it makes sense to me the provider should be authorized by them. The authorization process is detailed in a long winded document on the DPSCS website http://www.dpscs.state.md.us/ No, I did not read this entire 11 page PDF, but you're welcome to here: COMAR Regulation 12.15.05

The DPSCS site does say "you may choose to have your fingerprints taken at another agency" (other than the CJIS) but I'd make absolutely certain any Livescan provider outside of MD will be accepted before submitting your application to the MDSP.

fxdunigan · Mar 10, 2012

Auckland said:
If you huys are doing livescan on a Sat, doesnt that cut it close for the 72 hour window the MSP demands.

This is a very good point to be aware of, but I think it easily covered by the "postmark wording" on the MDSP site. The application can be postmarked and sent today. It doesn't say they have to receive the application within 72 hours.

But that PDF on the MDSP site contains a lot of critical details about the process and timing of fingerprints, applications and the non-refundable fee. Suggest everyone read it before completing any part of the process.

MightyWarMonger · Mar 10, 2012

I have a question, on page 7 were it asks if you have ever been arrested, charged, or convicted of a crime do you still need to mark yes if it has been expunged? I tried calling MDSP Firearms division about this a few times but they don't answer the phone and they are not returning calls go figure :rolleyes:

Darkemp · Mar 10, 2012

MightyWarMonger said:
I have a question, on page 7 were it asks if you have ever been arrested, charged, or convicted of a crime do you still need to mark yes if it has been expunged? I tried calling MDSP Firearms division about this a few times but they don't answer the phone and they are not returning calls go figure

I answered truthfully, filled out my explanation, and attached all expungement paperwork for documentation. They can't use anything expunged against you that wasn't a conviction (mine was a charge with a Not Guilty finding at trial).

MightyWarMonger · Mar 10, 2012

It's been so long I neither have the disposition or the expungment order nor can I recall what happened with 2 of the minor in possession of alcohol I believe they were null pros and I don't remember much about the incidents it was over 15yrs ago.

Darkemp · Mar 10, 2012

MightyWarMonger said:
It's been so long I neither have the disposition or the expungment order nor can I recall what happened with 2 of the minor in possession of alcohol I believe they were null pros and I don't remember much about the incidents it was over 15yrs ago.

I'd say write what you just said. While IANAL I don't believe it's your responsibility to keep that paperwork, it's theirs to comply with the Judge's order of expungement.

MightyWarMonger · Mar 10, 2012

I did receive letters from MDSP, County PD, SA office, & the clerks office stating that they had complied with the expungement order but I didn't think of them as important and tossed them. I know I can pass the background check as I already have a MD permit for work but it's so restricted I can't use it. That also brings me to another question my current permit "for work only" expires in Oct so my application would be for a new permit right?

Darkemp · Mar 10, 2012

MightyWarMonger said:
I did receive letters from MDSP, County PD, SA office, & the clerks office stating that they had complied with the expungement order but I didn't think of them as important and tossed them. I know I can pass the background check as I already have a MD permit for work but it's so restricted I can't use it. That also brings me to another question my current permit "for work only" expires in Oct so my application would be for a new permit right?

If you already have a work permit, how did you answer on that app? If you answer differently regarding something prior to the original permit that could be an issue they likely would notice.

BUFF7MM · Mar 10, 2012

Inigoes said:
Dag gone CDL classes!

It's not for CDL classes, I had to go to Frederick to get my prints done for my CDL renewal, that was the closest location in Maryland for me to get them done.

MightyWarMonger · Mar 10, 2012

I put yes for it but it wasn't expunged until a couple years ago. and the people at work helped me fill out the paper work. I was just hoping to be able to put no as it would have been easier. but since I'm applying for a permit with no restrictions would this be a new permit?

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