HOW to APPLY for a MARYLAND Carry Permit

wruiz2025 · Jul 8, 2023

Hi,
I'm new to the forum. Hope this is the right place for my question.
During the CCW application, my understanding is that there is an interview to friends/family/etc. Also, I'll be getting a phone call for an "interview". During the interview, what kind of questions do they ask? Background? Criminal hx? Domestic issues? Substance abuse? Mental health? And most importantly, do they ask why a need/reasons for a conceal weapon? THANKS

thomfantomas · Jul 8, 2023

wruiz2025 said:
Hi,
I'm new to the forum. Hope this is the right place for my question.
During the CCW application, my understanding is that there is an interview to friends/family/etc. Also, I'll be getting a phone call for an "interview". During the interview, what kind of questions do they ask? Background? Criminal hx? Domestic issues? Substance abuse? Mental health? And most importantly, do they ask why a need/reasons for a conceal weapon? THANKS

You only need three references that aren't related to You,someone You've know for more than 2 years.
All of the other questions are irrelevant unless You have a record in the past. 99.9% msp won't call your references nor you.

Good and substantial is a relic of the past thanks to bruen ruling by SCOTUS.

Lastly You might want to be informed of the impact of SB1 once it becomes law october 1st.

Jared · Jul 8, 2023

wruiz2025 said:
Hi,
I'm new to the forum. Hope this is the right place for my question.
During the CCW application, my understanding is that there is an interview to friends/family/etc. Also, I'll be getting a phone call for an "interview". During the interview, what kind of questions do they ask? Background? Criminal hx? Domestic issues? Substance abuse? Mental health? And most importantly, do they ask why a need/reasons for a conceal weapon? THANKS

MSP didn’t call anyone for my application. They just processes it and issued my license.

No criminal history, I’ve been denied a CCW license twice in another state due to May-issue. No one cared.

RFBfromDE · Jul 8, 2023

wruiz2025 said:
Hi,
I'm new to the forum. Hope this is the right place for my question.
During the CCW application, my understanding is that there is an interview to friends/family/etc. Also, I'll be getting a phone call for an "interview". During the interview, what kind of questions do they ask? Background? Criminal hx? Domestic issues? Substance abuse? Mental health? And most importantly, do they ask why a need/reasons for a conceal weapon? THANKS

I completed the forms including references. (Legit ones) but they were not called.

The forms have not been updated. The web site sucks.

I was honest, I complied, I paid my stuff and they gave it to me.

I will not allow them to reneged on the deal we made.

CMC.

EBMD.

wruiz2025 · Jul 12, 2023

Thanks for your responses.

Biggfoot44 · Jul 12, 2023

wruiz2025 said:
Hi,
I'm new to the forum. Hope this is the right place for my question.
During the CCW application, my understanding is that there is an interview to friends/family/etc. Also, I'll be getting a phone call for an "interview". During the interview, what kind of questions do they ask? Background? Criminal hx? Domestic issues? Substance abuse? Mental health? And most importantly, do they ask why a need/reasons for a conceal weapon? THANKS

Applications since June 2022 have had essentially Zero Interviews .

If there isn't something ambiguously sketchy in your background , you can safely assume neither you , nor your references would be contacted .

jeanie48445 · Aug 8, 2023

Has anyone on this forum applied for a concealed carry permit using the online application? I'm inquiring for a friend who has filled out the application several times now but can't get past a certain block. He asked me to take a look and I couldn't fill it in either.

The first half goes well but when he gets down to the LiveScan PCN # there is no block underneath to add the number; in fact LiveScan PCN# is right on the line and will only permit you to type over LiveScan PCN# which makes the whole thing unreadable. When you tab to the next block the entire number disappears.

We have fiddled with this ad naseum. Has anyone else experienced a problem with this? And if so did you manage to resolve it?

Thanks in advance.

Occam · Aug 8, 2023

jeanie48445 said:
Has anyone on this forum applied for a concealed carry permit using the online application? I'm inquiring for a friend who has filled out the application several times now but can't get past a certain block. He asked me to take a look and I couldn't fill it in either.

The first half goes well but when he gets down to the LiveScan PCN # there is no block underneath to add the number; in fact LiveScan PCN# is right on the line and will only permit you to type over LiveScan PCN# which makes the whole thing unreadable. When you tab to the next block the entire number disappears.

We have fiddled with this ad naseum. Has anyone else experienced a problem with this? And if so did you manage to resolve it?

Thanks in advance.

Which web browser is he using, on which platform? Try a different browser/device.

River02 · Aug 16, 2023

Just received an e-mail from MDSP-- my W&C/HGP renewal was approved WITHOUT updating or including any new references. Turned in application on 03 Aug; application accepted 04 Aug; application approved on 14 Aug.

303_enfield · Aug 16, 2023

River02 said:
Just received an e-mail from MDSP-- my W&C/HGP renewal was approved WITHOUT updating or including any new references. Turned in application on 03 Aug; application accepted 04 Aug; application approved on 14 Aug.

Put the above in the tracking thread:

Application Progress Tracking Thread

This thread is for gathering information to make tracking of the progress of applications through the system easier please use other threads for questions, comments, and petty bickering. The rest who are willing post your information and dates and I am sure our number crunchers will generate...

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tc617 · Jan 25, 2024

I am looking for help with the Maryland W&C permit process since I live in Arizona but I plan to visit family in MD this year.

I have my AZ permit and I understand that MD does not offer non-resident permits, so I assume that I have to apply for a MD W&C permit in the same way as a MD resident, but living 2600 miles away presents some challenges. I've been doing some research and want to make sure that I am on the right path.

MD W&C Application - The application is completed on-line but If I remember correctly the Live Scan fingerprinting has to be done within 72-hours of submitting my application. Is this still correct?

Training - I believe I am exempt from the training requirements because I am a honorably discharged member of the armed forces. Is this still correct and do I need to somehow attach a copy of my DD-214 to my W&C application?

Fingerprinting - There is one location here in Yuma that offers Live Scan fingerprinting and I would have to provide the the LiveScan technician the following information:

Agency Authorization Number: 9400082484
Agency ORI Number: MDMSP6000
Reason Fingerprinted: MD Public Safety Article, Section 5-305

If I am missing anything please chime in and thank you for any help. It is much appreciated.

Nobody · Jan 25, 2024

tc617 said:
I am looking for help with the Maryland W&C permit process since I live in Arizona but I plan to visit family in MD this year.

I have my AZ permit and I understand that MD does not offer non-resident permits, so I assume that I have to apply for a MD W&C permit in the same way as a MD resident, but living 2600 miles away presents some challenges. I've been doing some research and want to make sure that I am on the right path.

MD W&C Application - The application is completed on-line but If I remember correctly the Live Scan fingerprinting has to be done within 72-hours of submitting my application. Is this still correct?

Training - I believe I am exempt from the training requirements because I am a honorably discharged member of the armed forces. Is this still correct and do I need to somehow attach a copy of my DD-214 to my W&C application?

Fingerprinting - There is one location here in Yuma that offers Live Scan fingerprinting and I would have to provide the the LiveScan technician the following information:

Agency Authorization Number: 9400082484
Agency ORI Number: MDMSP6000
Reason Fingerprinted: MD Public Safety Article, Section 5-305

If I am missing anything please chime in and thank you for any help. It is much appreciated.

I can tell you with 100% certainty you are exempt from training IF you are an honorably discharged veteran.

Nobody

swinokur · Jan 25, 2024

You are correct on everything but finger printing. That must be done in MD

Occam · Jan 25, 2024

How old are your discharge papers?

swinokur · Jan 25, 2024

He’s training exempt. Veteran

Occam · Jan 25, 2024

swinokur said:
He’s training exempt. Veteran

Yes, noted that and have edited. Is it MD that wants that discharge to be recent? Or maybe that’s DC.

swinokur · Jan 25, 2024

DC. within 2 years of application

BurkeM · Jan 25, 2024

tc617 said:
I am looking for help with the Maryland W&C permit process ...

tc617 said:
MD W&C Application - The application is completed on-line but If I remember correctly the Live Scan fingerprinting has to be done within 72-hours of submitting my application. Is this still correct?

NO

tc617 said:
Training - I believe I am exempt from the training requirements because I am a honorably discharged member of the armed forces. Is this still correct and do I need to somehow attach a copy of my DD-214 to my W&C application?

YES

tc617 said:
Fingerprinting - There is one location here in Yuma that offers Live Scan fingerprinting and I would have to provide the the LiveScan technician the following information:

Agency Authorization Number: 9400082484
Agency ORI Number: MDMSP6000
Reason Fingerprinted: MD Public Safety Article, Section 5-305

If I am missing anything please chime in and thank you for any help. It is much appreciated.

Here's a comprehensive manual on the process.

Maryland Wear and Carry Permits

Last updated 11/28/2023We've brought a lawsuit against the enforcement of parts of SB 1 and other current carry restrictions. Learn about Novotny v. Moore here. See our guide here for how newly enacted laws affect your right to keep and bear arms.IntroductionPermit EligibilityTrainingApplication...

www.marylandshallissue.org

You can create your account on the MSP Portal tonight, and complete 90% of the application before midnight.

Your training documentation is your DD 214 (as a PDF)

Photo can be a selfie on your phone- head & shoulders, white background, no hat.

When you arrive in MD, you can do your fingerprints after getting out of the terminal (air, train or bus) at any LIVESCAN facility. 5 minutes later, you can upload the LIVESCAN receipt from your phone, pay the State fee, and SUBMIT the application. Expect approval in 30-45 days.

tc617 · Jan 26, 2024

IronEye said:
The Gun Free School Zone Act (Federal Law) has an exception if you have a permit issued by the state that the school zone is in.

I learned the same in my AZ concealed carry training class. In Arizona, a person who holds a valid AZ Concealed Carry Permit is exempt from the Gun Free School Zone Act restriction.

tc617 · Jan 26, 2024

Thank you BurkeM very much for the clarification!

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