Notification for MD Designated collector status

[Bob A]

"Bona Fide" of course translates as "Good Faith" - a concept with no definition, and zero comprehension by the MD authorities.

Merely another lawyerly phrase, used to disguise bad faith, in the grand tradition of the Left.

Edit: In fairness, the Left is not alone in the tradition of mealy-mouthed deflection/deception. I merely have to mention Bush II and the "Patriot Act" to engage one's gag reflex.

In sooth, pretty near all politicians, and their supporters, defenders and enablers, seldom rise above far above "despicable," alas, insofar as their results fail to reflect their avowed intentions, to say nothing of their actual intentions.

 

[dblas]

Then why call it "designated collector"? Words used to have specific meanings.

Designated Collector has a specific meaning, it means you don't have to deal with the one gun every 30 days crap.

Also I recall it permitting collectors (there's that word again) to bring firearms for public and private display.

That is Bonafide Collector, for which the Designated Collector DOES NOT make per actual State Statute. Absolutely no where in State Statute does the Designated Collector, confer Bonafide Collector Status.

Of course that too is subject to MSP interpretation, doubtless in a repressive direction.

No interpretation by MSP at all, they are actually following State Statute as written. This has been discussed numerous time over the years.

 

[Biggfoot44]

I could give several scenarios that would blatantly indicate Bona Fide Collection Activities , but where the boundaries would fall is W.A.S.

 

[Tool]

Can anyone please share a redacted copy of such a letter?

 

[BurkeM]

Can anyone please share a redacted copy of such a letter?

Dear Joe;

Your application to be a designated collector is approved.

Signed,

Col Butler
Maryland State Police

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Just do it, and get yours in the mail.

Designated Firearms Collector

An official website of the State of Maryland.

mdsp.maryland.gov

A Designated Collector is a status granted and approved by the Maryland State Police upon submission of an application. It is granted to an individual who devotes time and attention to acquiring certain types of regulated firearms for the enhancement of the collector's personal collection, or possesses a Federal Firearms License (Collector of Curio and Relics). A Designated Collector is not authorized to act as a firearms dealer.

Where to Mail Applications​

Maryland State Police
Licensing Division
1111 Reisterstown Road
Pikesville, MD 21208
Attn: Firearms Registration Unit

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Who Should Apply?​

A person may not purchase more than one regulated firearm in a 30-day period, unless that person is a Designated Firearms Collector. Exemptions to the Designated Firearms Collector, and who may also purchase more than one regulated firearm in a 30-day period, are:

1. The purchase is for a private collection or a collector series.
2. The purchase is a bulk purchase from an estate sale.
3. The purchase is for the purpose of taking advantage of a dealer's discounted price for a multiple purchase. No more than two firearms may be purchased at a time in this way.
4. The purchase is for a security guard company.

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How To Apply​

Simply fill out and submit the notarized Designated Collector Affidavit form (found below), and send it by mail to the Licensing Division address listed above.

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How Much Does It Cost?​

There is no cost associated with becoming a Designated Collector.

When Should I Renew?​

Once issued, the Designated Collector status does not expire.

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Frequently Asked Questions​

Do I get a card with my collector status?

No. You will receive a letter explaining that you have been granted the status of a "Designated Collector". This status allows for multiple firearm purchases.

Am I licensed when I become a Designated Collector?

No. Designated Collector is a status granted to an individual by the Maryland State Police. This status allows the individual to purchase more than one firearm at a time. This status does not grant any additional privileges or expedite the processing time required for a regulated firearm purchase.

Are there any prerequisites to request for a Designated Collector status?

Yes. An applicant requesting a Designated Collector status must have a minimum of one (1) regulated firearm currently registered with the Maryland State Police.



Statutes

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Type Doc Title Description File Size Designated Collector : Application ‎(1) Designated Collector Application Application to become a Maryland Designated Collector of Regulated Firearms 69 KB Designated Collector : Statutes ‎(2) MD Public Safety Code 5-128 MD Public Safety Code 5-128 104 KB MD Public Safety Code 5-129 MD Public Safety Code 5-129 98 KB

 

[BurkeM]

PUBLIC SAFETY TITLE 5. FIREARMS SUBTITLE 1. REGULATED FIREARMS Md. PUBLIC SAFETY Code Ann. § 5-128 (2013) § 5-128.

Purchases within 30 days -- In general

(a) Scope of subsection. -- Subsection (b) of this section does not apply to:

(1) a law enforcement agency;
(2) an agency authorized to perform law enforcement duties;
(3) a State or local correctional facility;
(4) a private security company licensed to do business in the State;
(5) the purchase of an antique firearm;
(6) a purchase by a licensee;
(7) the exchange or replacement of a regulated firearm by a seller for a regulated firearm purchased from the seller by the same person seeking the exchange or replacement within 30 days immediately before the exchange or replacement; or
(8) a person whose regulated firearm is stolen or irretrievably lost and who considers it essential that the regulated firearm be replaced immediately, if:

(i) the person provides the licensee with a copy of the official police report or an official summary of the report, a copy of which shall be attached to the firearm application;

(ii) the official police report or official summary of the report contains the name and address of the regulated firearm owner, a description of the regulated firearm, the location of the loss or theft, the date of the loss or theft, and the date when the loss or theft was reported to the law enforcement agency; and

(iii) the loss or theft occurred within 30 days before the person's attempt to replace the regulated firearm, as reflected by the date of loss or theft on the official police report or official summary of the report.

(b) One purchase limit. -- A person may not purchase more than one regulated firearm in a 30-day period.

(c) On hold and disapproved applications. -- A licensee or other person may not sell, rent, or transfer a regulated firearm to a firearm applicant whose firearm application is placed on hold because of an open disposition of criminal proceedings against the firearm applicant or disapproved, unless the hold or disapproval has been subsequently withdrawn by the Secretary or overruled by a court in accordance with § 5-127 of this subtitle.

(d) Penalty. -- A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $ 5,000 or both.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 27, §§ 442A(a), (e), 449(c); 2003, ch. 5, § 2.

 

[BurkeM]

PUBLIC SAFETY TITLE 5. FIREARMS SUBTITLE 1. REGULATED FIREARMS Md. PUBLIC SAFETY Code Ann. § 5-129 (2013)

§ 5-129. Purchases within 30 days

-- Multiple purchases allowed

(a) Requirements. -- Notwithstanding § 5-128(b) of this subtitle, a person may purchase more than one regulated firearm in a 30-day period if:

(1) the person applies for and the Secretary approves a multiple purchase; and

(2) (i) the purchase of the regulated firearms is for a private collection or a collector series;

(ii) the purchase of the regulated firearms is a bulk purchase from an estate sale;

(iii) 1. the purchase of not more than two regulated firearms is a multiple purchase to take advantage of a licensee's discounted price available only for a multiple purchase; and

2. the purchaser is prohibited from purchasing a regulated firearm during the following 30-day period unless approved under item (i) or (ii) of this item; or

(iv) the purchase is for other purposes similar to items (i) through (iii) of this item.

(b) Application. --

(1) The application for a multiple purchase shall:

(i) list the regulated firearms to be purchased;

(ii) state the purpose of the purchase of more than one regulated firearm in a 30-day period;

(iii) be witnessed by a licensee or designated law enforcement agency; and

(iv) be signed under the penalty of perjury by the firearm applicant.

(2) The application for a multiple purchase of regulated firearms shall be attached to a completed firearm application and forwarded to the Secretary by a licensee or designated law enforcement agency.

(c) Background investigation. -- On receipt of the firearm application and the application for a multiple purchase, the Secretary shall conduct a background investigation as required in § 5-121 of this subtitle.

(d) Penalty. -- A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not exceeding 3 years or a fine not exceeding $ 5,000 or both.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 27, §§ 442A(b)-(d), 449(c); 2003, ch. 5, § 2