Here Comes the First State to Try to Ban Handguns
This guide explains Maryland's House Bill 1287, which seeks to ban the sale of most semi-automatic handguns by defining them as 'convertible pistols' if they can be modified into machine guns with an auto-sear or switch. Expert analysis from William Kirk of Washington Gun Law highlights the broad implications for current and future handgun owners in Maryland, emphasizing the potential for a near-total ban on new semi-automatic handgun sales. Viewers are encouraged to understand the legal definitions and contact their representatives.











