Criminal Law - Wearing, Carrying, or Transporting a Handgun - Prior Convictions

Summary

The bill revises Maryland’s handgun‑possession statutes to treat convictions from other states, federal, military or tribal courts the same as Maryland convictions when determining enhanced sentences. It creates mandatory minimums for certain conduct, such as carrying a loaded handgun or transporting a gun on school property, and requires prosecutors to give advance notice if they intend to seek those mandatory terms. The changes aim to strengthen public‑safety penalties for repeat offenders regardless of where earlier offenses occurred.

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