Handgun Qualification License

1. State Firearm Law: Overview of the state firearm laws, including discussion of what constitutes a regulated firearm, how to properly purchase or transfer a firearm, where allowed to carry or transport a firearm, when it is necessary to possess a carry permit, who is prohibited from possessing firearms, and state law relating to minors, permissible levels of force, and use of deadly force.
2. Home Firearm Safety: Overview of handgun and firearm safety in the home, including discussion of access to minors, locking and storing of firearms, and use of safety devices, such as secure lockboxes.
3. Handgun Mechanisms and Operation: Overview of the proper operation and safe handling of a handgun, including cleaning and maintenance, the loading and unloading of ammunition, and the differences between revolvers and semi-automatic handguns.
4. Operation and Handling Demonstration: Orientation component that demonstrates the person’s safe operation and handling of a firearm, to include a “live fire” component in which the applicant safely shoots the weapon. An applicant may not be required to fire in excess of 15 yards during qualifications. This is for the 4-hour class only: Firearms Safety Training for the MD Handgun Qualification License Safety Training required for the MD HQL taught by an MD-qualified handgun instructor.

The class covers:

1. State Firearm Law
2. Home Firearm Safety
3. Handgun Mechanisms and Operation
4. Operation and Handling Demonstration