The following is an extract fm MSP's web site regarding Wear and Carry Permit training requirements:
Is Exemption #3 the current policy for regular Joes?
Who needs It
Every original application and renewal application submitted after October 1, 2013, unless exempt. If you are any one of the below you are exempted.
1) You are an active law enforcement officer with a law enforcement agency of the United States, the State or any local law enforcement agency in the State.
2) You are a retired law enforcement officer with a law enforcement agency of the United States, the State or any local law enforcement agency in the State.
3) You are an active, retired, or honorably discharged member of the armed forces of the United States or the National Guard.
4) You are a Qualified Handgun Instructor registered with the Maryland State Police.
5) You have successfully completed a firearms training course given by a qualified handgun instructor. (The on-line firearm safety course is no longer accepted).
Is Exemption #3 the current policy for regular Joes?
Who needs It
Every original application and renewal application submitted after October 1, 2013, unless exempt. If you are any one of the below you are exempted.
1) You are an active law enforcement officer with a law enforcement agency of the United States, the State or any local law enforcement agency in the State.
2) You are a retired law enforcement officer with a law enforcement agency of the United States, the State or any local law enforcement agency in the State.
3) You are an active, retired, or honorably discharged member of the armed forces of the United States or the National Guard.
4) You are a Qualified Handgun Instructor registered with the Maryland State Police.
5) You have successfully completed a firearms training course given by a qualified handgun instructor. (The on-line firearm safety course is no longer accepted).