Handgun Purchases
MD Residents
Maryland residents who wish to purchase a Handgun, Lower Receiver, or any other firearm considered a Pistol by MD State Police must comply with Maryland State and Federal Firearm laws. You must be 21 years of age and possess a Handgun Qualification License (HQL) or be exempt (see MSP website to see exceptions) in order to purchase a handgun in Maryland. (Lower receivers do not require an HQL) Applications must be processed online through the Maryland State Police (MSP) Handgun Registration Portal, by completing the electronic 77R.
To start 77R Application, log onto your MSP account and click on Start 77R Application, if you do not have an account then click on “Create an Account” Once you have completed the application you will receive an email with an application number and PIN number. You will need the application number, pin number, Maryland driver’s license and Handgun Qualification License (HQL) in hand, (HQL not needed for Lower receiver) in order to complete the application process. Bring all the above when meeting with your firearm dealer. Once you have purchased your firearm, the dealer will finalize the 77R in the MSP system. You will receive an email confirming the completion of your application by the Maryland State Police. All handguns and lower receivers require a 7 day wait, you will be notified by Maryland State Police via email when you are able to pick up your firearm. All firearms sold to MD residents must be on the Maryland Handgun Roster please ensure the handgun is on the roster before you purchase.