Interstate Carry Guide 2025: MD Wear & Carry, Reciprocity, and Gotchas

 Maryland gun owners—want to carry legally on road trips? In this episode, we show exactly where your Maryland Wear & Carry is valid in 2025, how to stack Utah, Florida, Arizona, Virginia; (plus PA and DC), to reach 40+ jurisdictions  and the must-know rules for FOPA car travel and TSA airline check-in. We also cover permitless/constitutional carry states, states that don’t recognize MD, costs, training hours, renewal timelines, and common travel “gotchas” like school zones and federal facilities.

What you’ll learn:

Where a Maryland permit is honored—and why (permitless vs universal recognition vs reciprocity)

The exact non-resident permits to add (UT/FL/VA + PA) and typical fees/training

How to transport legally across restrictive states (FOPA checklist)

TSA rules for flying with a handgun

Budget/time plan to go from MD-only ➜ 40+ states

Chapters
0:00 Intro & disclaimer
2:30 MD Wear & Carry basics (fees, training, renewal)
7:00 Reciprocity vs universal recognition vs permitless carry
18:30 States that honor MD—and why
26:30 Utah/Florida/Virginia + PA permits: costs & process
34:00 FOPA & TSA: safe-transport checklist
36:30 Special zones (parks, reservations, school zones)
38:30 Wrap-up & resources

Resources
• Maryland State Police – Wear & Carry - https://mdsp.maryland.gov/Organization/Pages/CriminalInvestigationBureau/LicensingDivision/Firearms/WearandCarryPermit.aspx

• USCCA reciprocity map 
https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/resources/ccw_reciprocity_map/

• Urban Defense Website
https://urbandefense.org/


Legal note: Educational only; not legal advice. Laws change—always verify current statutes in each jurisdiction before you carry or travel.

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#MarylandCarry #ConcealedCarry #Reciprocity #2A #SelfDefense #FOPA #TSA


The information presented in this podcast is provided for general educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The hosts and any guests are not acting as your lawyer. Firearm and self‑defense laws change frequently and vary by jurisdiction. Always verify the current statutes and regulations in every state, county, and municipality you plan to visit or reside in. Consult a qualified attorney who is licensed in your state for advice specific to your situation. No attorney–client relationship is created by your listening to or relying on this content. The hosts, guests, and Urban Defense LLC disclaim all liability for any loss, injury, or damage—direct or consequential—arising from the use or reliance on the information discussed. Your safety and legal compliance are solely your responsibility.


Music: bensound.com
Artist: Benjamin Tissot
License code: HAIT9S7EWM7FR41H 

 ✅ States that accept your Maryland permit
Group 1. Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky,
Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Wisconsin, Wyoming (18 total)

Group 2. Florida, Georgia, Maine, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina,
Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia (11 Total)

*****Minnesota added Maryland after reviewing our 16‑h course (effective May 4 , 2025).******

Group 3. Alaska, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Ke

Chapters

• 0:21 Introduction
• 1:41 Disclaimer
• 3:16 Breaking Down the Episode
• 4:49 Section 1 - Info on the Maryland W&C Permit
• 7:43 Section 2 - States that accept your Maryland permit
• 12:14 Section 3 - States that DO NOT recognize Maryland's handgun permit
• 18:57 Section 4 - STATES THAT DO NOT OFFER NON-RESIDENT PERMITS (OR MAKE IT NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE)
• 21:45 Section 5 - Strategy to Expand Your Legal Carry Reach
• 30:23 Section 6 - States You Can Carry In (with MD + UT + FL + AZ + VA permits)
• 39:17 States that are a NO GO
• 39:54 Section 7 - Summary and Best Practices
• 48:34 Wrap Up