More Guns, Less Crime in Baltimore As City Sees 50-Year Low in Homicides

Summary

Maryland has seen a significant increase in active concealed carry permits, rising from less than 50,000 in 2020 to over 200,000 by April 2025. This surge is attributed to the Supreme Court's Bruen decision four years ago, which transitioned Maryland from a 'may-issue' to a 'shall-issue' state for concealed carry licenses. Concurrently, Baltimore has experienced a 50-year low in homicides.