Maryland § 5-304
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-304, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-304.
(a) An application for a permit shall be made under oath.
(b) (1) Subject to subsections (c) and (d) of this section, the Secretary may charge a nonrefundable fee payable when an application is filed for a permit.
(2) The fee may not exceed:
(i) $125 for an initial application;
(ii) $75 for a renewal or subsequent application; and
(iii) $20 for a duplicate or modified permit.
(3) The fees under this subsection are in addition to the fees authorized under § 5–305 of this subtitle.
(c) The Secretary may reduce the fee under subsection (b) of this section accordingly for a permit that is granted for one day only and at one place only.
(d) The Secretary may not charge a fee under subsection (b) of this section to:
(1) a State, county, or municipal public safety employee who is required to carry, wear, or transport a handgun as a condition of governmental employment; or
(2) a retired law enforcement officer of the State or a county or municipal corporation of the State.
(e) The applicant shall pay a fee under this section by an electronic check, a credit card, or a method of online payment approved by the Secretary.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-304
What does Maryland Code § 5-304 cover?
Section 5-304 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.
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