ANNAPOLIS, Md. (7News) — Governor Larry Hogan ordered Tuesday that Maryland State Police suspend the “good and substantial reason” to issue a permit to wear and carry a gun.
The directive is pursuant to the Supreme Court ruling striking down similar provisions in New York.
Hogan issued the following statement Tuesday:
“Over the course of my administration, I have consistently supported the right of law-abiding citizens to own and carry firearms, while enacting responsible and common sense measures to keep guns out of the hands of criminals and the mentally ill.
“Last month, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a provision in New York law pertaining to handgun permitting that is virtually indistinguishable from Maryland law. In light of the ruling and to ensure compliance with the Constitution, I am directing the Maryland State Police to immediately suspend utilization of the ‘good and substantial reason’ standard when reviewing applications for Wear and Carry Permits. It would be unconstitutional to continue enforcing this provision in state law. There is no impact on other permitting requirements and protocols.
“Today’s action is in line with actions taken in other states in response to the recent ruling.”
Hmmmmm, could he have done this a while ago?
If this is all it took and he could have done it sooner, his statement about supporting citizens rights is complete B.S.!
I know his folks wrote that, but can you imagine the pucker factor that happened while putting this together.
1/5th into the 21st Century, cant stay handcuffed while the bad guys run freely.
Are the “bad guys” in the room right now? Take your meds.
Do you hear it? POP POP POP…….those are snowflake minds being blow by this decision.
im sure all those gang bangers drug dealers murderers and such are really excited now that they dont need a reason to get your stinkin permit larry! I can see em lining up now for one!
You are really such a tool!
Maryland AG FROSH’s head did a 100 mile an hour spin and exploded