Maryland Transparent Government Act 2024

Pursuant to Senate Bill 472, passed in 2024, the Transparent Government Act requires the Maryland Department of State Police to provide certain information to the public. The goal of this act is to provide transparency into the permits, licenses, or certificates that are issued by specific entities within the State. Please note that this website will be updated periodically.

Firearms

Purchase a Regulated Firearm

Register a Firearm

Handgun Qualification License Application

Wear & Carry Permit

Regulated Firearms Dealers License

Firearms Safety Training Course

Professional Licenses

Private Detective Certification 

Private Detective Agency 

Security Systems Agency

Security Guard Certification 

Security Systems Technician

Special Police Officer 

Railroad Police Officer 

Qualified Handgun Instructor 

Bullet Proof Body Armor Permit 

Security Guard/Special Police Employer

Law Enforcement Canine Registration 

Vehicle Inspections

Inspection Station Application 

Inspection Mechanic Application

Vehicle Safety Equipment Repair Order

Office of the State Fire Marshal

Fire Sprinkler Contractor 

Non-Water Based Fire Extinguisher System License

Non-Governmental Electrical Inspector 

Firework Discharge Permit 

Firework Plant Permit

Firework Shooter Permits 

Distributor or Wholesalers of Ground Based Sparklers 

Explosive Licenses - (Manufacturer, Dealer, Possess, Store)

Explosive Licenses - Blasters (Manufacturer, Dealer, Possess, Store)