Maryland Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Is it legal to own an assault weapon if it was acquired before October 1, 2013, in Maryland?

  1. Yes

  2. No

  3. Only with a special permit

  4. Only if it is not loaded

The correct answer is: Yes

In Maryland, it is legal to own an assault weapon if it was acquired before October 1, 2013. Option B is incorrect because it states that it is not legal to own an assault weapon, which is not true in this scenario. Option C is incorrect because it refers to needing a special permit, which is not mentioned in the question. Option D is incorrect because it refers to only owning an unloaded assault weapon, which is also not a condition mentioned in the question. Therefore, the correct answer is A, stating that it is legal to own an assault weapon if it was acquired before October 1, 2013, in Maryland.