Sorry but what I said earlier is not correct. I dug through regulations and will correct myself.

Persons 18 years or older may be in posession of a handgun but must be 21 to purchase under normal circumsstances under federal law.

Juveniles may also posess a handgun with out supervision if certain conditions are met. Such as in the course of their employment, while on duty in the armed forces, etc... and must usually have in their posession, at all times while in posession of a hand gun, written permission from their parent or legal guardian.


Again I apologize for any confusion.


Now, as far as Maryland goes I strongly suggest you contact the states powers that be and be absolutely sure you are legal to carry a handgun while hunting. Maryland being the state that it is a strongly doubt that you can open carry unless you are on your own property or on property that you lease.