Maryland Gun Ban in Schools, Parks to Face Fourth Circuit Appeal

Aug. 16, 2024, 5:17 PM UTC

Maryland firearm owners said they will ask the Fourth Circuit to review a recent trial court decision allowing the state to ban firearms from schools, parks, and other “sensitive” locations.

The Maryland State Rifle and Pistol Association and an individual handgun owner filed a notice of appeal Thursday in the US District Court for the District of Maryland.

Gov. Wes Moore (D) last year signed into law a set of gun safety measures including prohibitions on bringing guns to certain locations deemed sensitive. The Maryland gun group—an affiliate of the National Rife Association—and individual gun owners challenged the constitutionality of ...

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