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MD SB585

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/12/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Waldstreicher

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Retired law enforcement officials who left in good standing from federal, state, or local agencies may carry concealed firearms on property where armed trespass is otherwise prohibited

  • Qualifying retired officers must either carry their badge/credential and be authorized to carry under state or federal law, or possess a valid Maryland handgun permit

  • Firearms carried under this exception must be concealed from view under or within the person's clothing

  • Amends Section 6-411 of the Criminal Law Article, adding retired law enforcement to the existing exemptions for active officers, military personnel, and correctional staff

  • Takes effect October 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Criminal Law - Exception to Armed Trespass Prohibition - Retired Law Enforcement Officials

Guns

Last Action

Motion Special Order until Next Session (Delegate Clippinger) Adopted

4/7/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/13/2025
Judicial Proceedings1/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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