Maryland Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Do you need a permit to purchase a shotgun in Maryland?

Yes
No
Yes, but only for sawed-off shotguns
Yes, if it's semi-automatic

The correct answer is: No

In Maryland, a permit is not required to purchase a shotgun. The other options are incorrect because - Option A is incorrect because Maryland is one of the few states that does not require a permit for purchasing a shotgun. - Option C is incorrect because while sawed-off shotguns are prohibited in Maryland, a permit is not required for regular shotguns. - Option D is incorrect because a permit is not required for any type of shotgun in Maryland, regardless of whether it is semi-automatic or not.