Maryland § 5-143
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-143, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-143.
(a) (1) A person who moves into the State with the intent of becoming a resident shall register all regulated firearms with the Secretary within 90 days after establishing residency.
(2) The Secretary shall prepare and, on request of an applicant, provide an application form for registration under this section.
(b) An application for registration under this section shall contain:
(1) the make, model, manufacturer’s serial number, caliber, type, barrel length, finish, and country of origin of each regulated firearm; and
(2) the firearm applicant’s name, address, Social Security number, place and date of birth, height, weight, race, eye and hair color, signature, driver’s or photographic identification Soundex number, and occupation.
(c) An application for registration filed with the Secretary of State Police shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable total registration fee of $15, regardless of the number of firearms registered.
(d) Registration data provided under this section is not open to public inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-143
What does Maryland Code § 5-143 cover?
Section 5-143 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 § 5-143?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-143" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 5-143 apply to my situation?
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