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Key Takeaways
- Maryland lawmakers passed Senate Bill 334, banning the manufacture and sale of ‘machine gun convertible pistols’ starting January 1, 2027.
- The bill targets semiautomatic pistols that can be converted into machine guns with basic tools, further restricting them beyond federal law.
- Exemptions include law enforcement officers and licensed dealers, while individuals may transfer these pistols only to family members.
- Violations lead to a misdemeanor with penalties up to three years in prison and a $5,000 fine.
- The bill awaits action from Governor Moore, and the Maryland State Police will regulate and publish a list of prohibited pistols before the law takes effect.
