Waiting on HGP; When to apply for the HQL?

[mvee]

When should I apply for the HQL?

I have several handguns, but I would like to but a gun that was built this century to use for a carry gun. I am waiting for the state to process my permit application.

I understand that I can get a free HQL once I have a HGP. I won’t have to take the HQL specific training(I’m exempt anyways) or another set of fingerprints.

I guess I would have to enter my permit number once I have it. Is that correct? Are approved permittees able to see their permit number once everything has been approved and they are waiting for the permit to be mailed? Is there any benefit to starting my HQL paperwork now, and waiting to finish it once I have the permit number?

 

[smokey]

After your hgp is approved, when you click the "print application" button, the last page will give you your hgp # and expiration date. Plug those into the hql portal and you'll get an email the next day with your hql.

 

[RoadDawg]

After your hgp is approved, when you click the "print application" button, the last page will give you your hgp # and expiration date. Plug those into the hql portal and you'll get an email the next day with your hql.

The state could save a lot of hassle, even for themselves, by simply combining the two into one and dismissing the HQL requirement for those who’ve been issued a W&CP

 

[smokey]

The state could save a lot of hassle, even for themselves, by simply combining the two into one and dismissing the HQL requirement for those who’ve been issued a W&CP

Yup. Of course we both know they could save even more by removing all infringements and going straight constitution. Thankfully, they were arrogant enough to think their scheme of only giving HGPs to the rich and politically connected was going to continue longer than it did. It'll be interesting over the next couple years to see them claw back the liberties the people reclaimed... and how much the people allow them to do it.

 

[mvee]

Thanks for the information. It looks to be easier than I expected.

 

[Raineman]

After your hgp is approved, when you click the "print application" button, the last page will give you your hgp # and expiration date. Plug those into the hql portal and you'll get an email the next day with your hql.

Smokey, is it really that simple? I ask, because I have a lot of friends asking me (seems I am the "go to guy" for this kind of stuff in my circle of influence).

No extra application fees for it or extra anything? It really is next day?

Thanks

 

[teratos]

Smokey, is it really that simple? I ask, because I have a lot of friends asking me (seems I am the "go to guy" for this kind of stuff in my circle of influence).

No extra application fees for it or extra anything? It really is next day?

Thanks

This is correct.

 

[platekiller]

Yup. Of course we both know they could save even more by removing all infringements and going straight constitution. Thankfully, they were arrogant enough to think their scheme of only giving HGPs to the rich and politically connected was going to continue longer than it did. It'll be interesting over the next couple years to see them claw back the liberties the people reclaimed... and how much the people allow them to do it.

It’s more what the courts let them get away. In MD the people will let them do whatever they want on guns.

 

[Raineman]

This is correct.

Thanks Doc.

 

[smokey]

Smokey, is it really that simple? I ask, because I have a lot of friends asking me (seems I am the "go to guy" for this kind of stuff in my circle of influence).

No extra application fees for it or extra anything? It really is next day?

Thanks

yup. MSI walks you through it on their site

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

the HQL portal is different from the HGP/77r portal. You need to create a separate account over there for the HQL.

 

[Raineman]

I've had my HQL for many years, I was literally "asking for friends". Thanks for the good info.

 

[smokey]

I've had my HQL for many years, I was literally "asking for friends". Thanks for the good info.

yup. I figured it may help for text/messaging apps. You can just copy/past that link for them.

 

[toiny]

This is correct.

Do you need second set of fingerprints for HQL?

 

[DC-W]

Do you need second set of fingerprints for HQL?

If you already have a permit, MSP will issue the HQL without doing anything more than filling out an application. Explained here: https://www.marylandshallissue.org/jmain/information/md-carry-permits#d2

If not, one would need to be separately LiveScan fingerprinted, show proof of training or exemption, and pay $50 for the HQL normally.

 

[Megiddo]

Any idea how long the online HQL process takes? My Carry permit is in the mail (taking it's time of course) and I have the HQL in the pending state. I know it's only been a week, but I just want to get an idea how long this process takes.

Application\License Fee			Completed	Nov/25/22
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[mvee]

I received my HQL approval within 24 hours of applying. I applied right after I received my permit number well before I had the actual permit in my hand. I applied as permit exempt.

 

[Mark75H]

Some of my students have reported getting their HQL approval in about two hours after clicking exempt

 

[eruby]

Any idea how long the online HQL process takes? My Carry permit is in the mail (taking it's time of course) and I have the HQL in the pending state. I know it's only been a week, but I just want to get an idea how long this process takes.

Looks like you applied for the HQL with both prints and a fee, and not for the free HQL with the HGP exemption.

The latter is very fast, but the former seems to be taking quite a bit of time, per the posts of others here.

 

[Megiddo]

Oh great! Figures. Thanks for weighting in guys. Seemed pretty simple, but oh well.

 

[Megiddo]

I received my HQL approval within 24 hours of applying. I applied right after I received my permit number well before I had the actual permit in my hand. I applied as permit exempt.

Yeah, that's what I was attempting to do. I had my permit number and was told it was in the mail (still is).