The Urban Defense Podcast
Welcome to the Urban Defense Podcast, featuring discussion on firearms, concealed carry, self-defense, the law, and much more. Designed to inform, educate, and increase your success in a critical incident; with your hosts Duane Urban and Andrew Saller.
Duane is a veteran law enforcement officer, police/civilian firearms instructor, firearms enthusiast and collector (with many years of experience), and the owner of Urban Defense LLC. His bio can be found on the Urban Defense website
https://urbandefense.org/staff
Andrew is a criminal defense attorney and partner at Saller, Lord, Ernstberger, and Insley; handling all forms of criminal defense, including firearm self-defense cases. Additionally, Andrew is an executive member of Maryland Shall Issue. His bio can be found on the firm’s website https://www.sallerlaw.com/andrew-saller
The Urban Defense Podcast
New Gun Laws Incoming? The Bills Behind Closed Doors (Maryland 2026)
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🔴 Could Maryland Be Headed Toward the End of Glock Transfers?
In Part 1 of our 2026 Maryland Legislative Session series, we break down proposed firearms legislation that could significantly reshape purchasing, transfers, taxes, carry laws, and criminal penalties—starting with SB 334 and other major bills introduced in Annapolis.
If you own firearms in Maryland—or live in a state watching what Maryland does—this matters.
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📜 Bills Discussed (Official MGA Links)
🔹 SB 334 – Machine Gun Convertible Pistols
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0334
🔹 HB 83 / SB 20 – Family & Law Enforcement Protection Act
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/hb0083
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0020
🔹 HB 94 – Handgun Permit Expiration (Retired Law Enforcement)
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/hb0094
🔹 HB 126 / SB 27 – 7-Day Waiting Period Exceptions
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/hb0126
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0027
🔹 HB 197 / SB 118 – Firearms & Accessories Excise Tax (11%)
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/hb0197
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0118
🔹 HB 284 / SB 160 – Licensed Firearms Dealer Security Notifications
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/hb0284
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0160
🔹 HB 303 – Carry & Transport Law Handbook Requirement
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/hb0303
🔹 HB 365 – Firearms & Medical Cannabis
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/hb0365
🔹 SB 181 – Lead & Lead-Based Ammunition Phase-Out (Hunting)
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0181
🔹 SB 362 – Child Access to Firearms (Penalty Increase)
https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/sb0362
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🎙️ About the Urban Defense Podcast
The Urban Defense Podcast features in-depth discussion on firearms, concealed carry, self-defense, Maryland law, and real-world considerations for responsible gun owners.
Designed to inform, educate, and increase your survivability in a critical incident.
👤 Hosts
Duane Urban
Veteran law enforcement officer, police & civilian firearms instructor, firearms enthusiast and collector, and owner of Urban Defense LLC.
Andrew Saller
Criminal defense attorney and managing partner at Saller, Ernstberger & McElroy, handling firearm self-defense cases and criminal defense matters statewide. Executive member of Maryland Shall Issue.
🎤 Guest
Alex Harland
Candidate for Maryland House of Delegates – District 42A.
Former Maryland State Senate staffer focused on policy, legislative process, and the real-world impact of proposed laws on Maryland residents and firearm owners.
🌐 Campaign Website: https://www.alexfordelegate.com
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexharland42a
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ALL STATEMENTS MADE IN THIS EPISODE ARE INTENDED FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE NOT INTENDED TO CONVEY LEGAL/MEDICAL ADVICE OR CREATE AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP. THE HOSTS AND GUESTS HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE REGARDING THE SUBJECT MATTER.
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