Maryland SB362 prohibits storing or leaving a loaded firearm where an unsupervised minor can access it, with violations being misdemeanors.

Maryland SB362 amends criminal law to prohibit storing or leaving a loaded firearm in a location where an unsupervised minor has access. Exceptions include when a minor's access is supervised by someone at least 18 years old, the firearm is obtained through unlawful entry, it is in the possession of a law enforcement officer on duty, or the minor has a valid firearm and hunter safety certificate. Violators face misdemeanor charges, imprisonment, fines, or both. The law also prevents violations from being used as evidence of negligence or contributory negligence in civil cases.

Maryland SB362 prohibits storing or leaving a loaded firearm where an unsupervised minor can access it, with violations being misdemeanors.

Maryland SB362 amends criminal law to prohibit storing or leaving a loaded firearm in a location where an unsupervised minor has access. Exceptions include when a minor's access is supervised by someone at least 18 years old, the firearm is obtained through unlawful entry, it is in the possession of a law enforcement officer on duty, or the minor has a valid firearm and hunter safety certificate. Violators face misdemeanor charges, imprisonment, fines, or both. The law also prevents violations from being used as evidence of negligence or contributory negligence in civil cases.