MAGAZINE CAPACITY
10-round limit
Larger magazines are generally not transferable there.
Reviewed July 2026
Maryland gun rules at a glance.
The facts buyers and dealers ask about most, in plain language — then check any specific firearm, magazine, or ammunition SKU against Maryland in one search.
SUPPRESSORS
Legal with NFA process
Transfers through an SOT dealer with ATF Form 4 and a tax stamp.
SHIPPED AMMUNITION
Ships direct
Standard federal age rules apply: 18 for long-gun ammunition, 21 for handgun ammunition.
FIREARMS
Through a licensed dealer
Every online firearm purchase transfers through a licensed dealer there, with a federal background check at pickup.
Check a specific gun.
Search 29,000+ SKUs and see whether that exact configuration is flagged for Maryland — compliant variants included.
What is the magazine capacity limit in Maryland?
Maryland limits magazine capacity to 10 rounds. Manufacturers sell compliant versions of most popular firearms and magazines.
Are suppressors legal in Maryland?
Yes. Suppressors are legal to own in Maryland through the federal NFA process: an SOT dealer transfer, ATF Form 4, and a tax stamp.
Can ammunition be shipped to Maryland?
Yes, ammunition ships direct to adults in Maryland under standard federal age rules.
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