Maryland § 10-420.1
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-420.1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-420.1.
Notwithstanding any hunting law or regulation to the contrary, a person may hunt deer with a handgun having a barrel length of 6 inches or longer and ammunition which produces a muzzle energy of 700 foot pounds or more during the firearms hunting season only in hunting areas where a high-powered rifle is allowed as provided in § 10-415 of this subtitle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-420.1
What does Maryland Code § 10-420.1 cover?
Section 10-420.1 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 10-420.1?
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