Md. Code Regs. 08.07.01.04

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 08.07.01.04 - Weapons

A. Definition. In this regulation, "weapon" means:

(1) A device capable of propelling a projectile at high velocity by mechanical means, by explosion, or by expanding gas, including but not limited to a firearm, crossbow, or longbow;

(2) A dirk knife, bowie knife, switchblade (except penknives without switchblades), sand club, metal knuckles, razor, or nunchaku; or

(3) A device capable of:

(a) Inflicting death or bodily harm to an individual,

(b) Maiming or destroying wildlife, or

(c) Destroying property.

B. Except as provided in § C and D of this regulation, possession or use of weapons or firearms by an individual other than a law enforcement officer is prohibited in all State forests.

C. Target shooting is permitted only at designated shooting ranges. The regulations governing the use of these ranges shall be posted and strictly observed.

D. Except when legally hunting or legally target shooting, an individual may not discharge a firearm on land or waters owned or controlled by the Service.

E. Firearms shall be unloaded, and arrows kept in a quiver or case, when in a State forest campsite.

Md. Code Regs. 08.07.01.04

Regulation .04B amended effective February 19, 1990 (17:3 Md. R. 296)
Regulations .04 amended effective April 26, 1982 (9:8 Md. R. 821)
Regulation .04E adopted effective February 19, 1990 (17:3 Md. R. 296)
Regulations .04 adopted effective October 11, 1993 (20:20 Md. R. 1567)
Regulation .04E adopted effective August 1, 1994 (21:15 Md. R. 1303)