Maryland Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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What does Maryland law require for all handguns sold in the state after January 1, 2003?

Trigger locks
A carrying case
Ballistic fingerprinting
Registration

The correct answer is: Ballistic fingerprinting

In Maryland, law mandates that all handguns sold in the state after January 1, 2003, must undergo a process known as ballistic fingerprinting. This involves test-firing the handgun and capturing the unique markings left by the gun on the fired bullet and cartridge casings. The collected ballistic fingerprints are then entered into a database, which can be used by law enforcement agencies to help solve crimes involving firearms. This regulation aims to enhance public safety by creating a method for distinguishing firearms and tracing them back to crime scenes, thereby assisting in criminal investigations. The other choices, while they may pertain to firearms safety or ownership requirements in other contexts, do not specifically apply to the legal requirements regarding handguns sold in Maryland after the specified date. Trigger locks or carrying cases may be suggested safety measures but are not mandated by law in the same manner as ballistic fingerprinting. Registration has its own regulations but is separate from the requirement for ballistic fingerprinting.