Maryland Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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What does the Maryland Wear and Carry Permit NOT allow an individual to do?

Carry a concealed weapon
Carry a handgun openly
Purchase any type of firearm without a background check
Carry a handgun in a vehicle

The correct answer is: Purchase any type of firearm without a background check

The correct response indicates that the Maryland Wear and Carry Permit does not grant the individual the authority to purchase any type of firearm without a background check. In Maryland, all firearm purchases, regardless of whether the buyer has a Wear and Carry Permit, require a background check. This is a crucial regulation designed to ensure public safety and compliance with state and federal laws surrounding firearm possession. The Wear and Carry Permit allows individuals to carry a concealed weapon and, in certain contexts, to openly carry a handgun. However, it does not exempt anyone from the mandatory background check process that is enforced for all firearm acquisitions. Therefore, having a Wear and Carry Permit does not confer any special privileges regarding the purchasing of firearms without undergo the required scrutiny.