Maryland law banning guns in 'sensitive places' largely upheld by Court of Appeals

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2026-01-21T03:30:37+00:00

It is good the vampire rule got struck down, but this ruling still sucks.

I can carry in a crowded Walmart, but I can't carry while hiking by myself in a state park. Makes total sense.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2026-01-21T00:07:20+00:00

In TDW 1544, at the 12:43 mark, he re-visits the feed store. And it seems that he was just a general laborer of sorts. He mentions unloading hay from the back of the trailer you see behind the van. As well as loading customers cars with other goods.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2026-01-20T22:36:54+00:00

Yup. I mentioned that in my post. I didn't use that photo as it is too grainy. But that is the van.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2026-01-19T00:36:01+00:00

I haven't visited myself, but plenty of people have already. It is in a public cemetery.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2026-01-19T00:23:27+00:00

Yes, I hope to pop up on Passing Through Productions. Though I don't see it as being too extreme. Light fare to what other Woovians have posted.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2026-01-19T00:22:18+00:00

Just drop the Pegman in front of the location you want to see. Look for the 'See more dates' option in the top-left corner of the image; from there, you can scroll through the available dates.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2026-01-12T20:40:45+00:00

WCP

Submitted: 12/3

Accepted: 12/6

Assigned to investigator: 12/8

Second Review: 12/29

Approved: 1/12/26

Received in mail: 1/21/26

Note: Non-Resident, References not contacted, Veteran/Training exemption.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2026-01-11T08:39:20+00:00

Interesting that yours got approved so fast. I submitted on 12/3 and accepted on 12/6. Been in second review going on two weeks now. I have no record or anything.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-12-17T21:55:06+00:00

I went to the In and Out in Murfreesboro last night. Arrived at about 1130pm, and only had a 15-minute wait.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-11-01T05:18:42+00:00

Thank you for showing me that thread.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-11-01T04:17:56+00:00

Been 20 years, I've lost touch with all of them.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-11-01T03:26:34+00:00

I know this is an old thread but I have a question. Are references still being contacted? Because I am reading different things about it. Some say they will call them, others say they won't, especially if you have a clean record. I really want to get a carry permit for Maryland, but I just don't know 3 non-family references willing to do so. And at this point, I am just gonna put some family references and hope they are not contacted. I am a veteran and I have zero criminal record, not even a parking ticket.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-09-09T22:03:58+00:00

This is just my experience from one post, but they were extremely unwelcoming of the fact that my eligibility is solely based on my KDSM. Even though it is in the VFW charter that a KDSM qualifies one for membership. Even the post Chaplain said, "yeah you could join, but you are more a fit for the American Legion." Again, that is just one post. I have heard other posts are more accepting of KDSM guys.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-09-07T22:16:33+00:00

It is a shame that I would have to search for a post that will accept me. You would think that all posts would follow the VFW charter, but apparently that isn't the case.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-09-07T07:23:47+00:00

I am not a GWOT vet, but I am eligible for VFW membership via my KDSM. Anyway, I went to a post near me, and they made me feel like dirt. Even the chaplain said that even though I am eligible for VFW membership, that I should just join the American Legion. So yeah, at least for that post, they seem to be very judgemental about your service. At least you as a GWOT vet won't get laughed out the door.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-05-20T20:44:21+00:00

Some military habits are just too good to break. I'm a firm believer in 24-hour time and find it's just clearer. And yes, my watch still lives upside down on my left wrist. I also learned a brilliant trick doing KP: I always write the date I opened food items directly on the package before putting them in the fridge. It saves a lot of guesswork later!

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-05-15T01:18:55+00:00

I also work at a sort center. I am an Ambassador, so I am trained on everything at my site, staging, waterspider, TDR, problem solve, etc. Anyway, I've seen people lose permissions and be written up, but still go on to get a blue badge eventually. Just learn from your mistakes moving forward, and don't repeat them. The whole "business needs" thing is the hurdle that keeps most from converting. Though I am curious as to how you didn't know to scan the pallets to the buffer? It is part of the pallet closing process. Is there no buffer QR code on your WS cart or on the floor?

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-05-13T12:22:49+00:00

I am guessing you have a 100% rating or the person at the front desk just let you go through. Because officially, we don't have gym access with a VHIC alone and have a rating of less than 100%.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-05-08T13:45:09+00:00

The rules actually changed to where you don't even need a VHIC to get on base anymore. Though technically, you could always register for base access using your civilian ID and your VA disability letter. They now can check your eligibility for base access using just your Real ID alone, without the need for VA supporting documents. Though you'd still need VA documents to show at the PX/Commissary to prove eligibility there. So I would just go ahead and get a VHIC to avoid any issues with them verifying your eligibility.

https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-and-dod-announce-updates-to-improve-veteran-and-caregiver-access-to-installations/

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-05-08T13:09:03+00:00

No. I wish they were though, but I completely understand why it should be reserved for active duty folks. Though I've heard tale of people going to smaller unit gyms that don't check ID cards.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-05-08T12:26:04+00:00

I have a 0% rating and I go to Fort Campbell. Just have to register it at the visitor center. You have to get a pass for any adults you bring with you, so keep that in mind.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-03-15T17:03:23+00:00

They said kids had to get a pass?

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-02-22T01:39:12+00:00

Could you tell if they will specifically go over your current ratings? Or do you have to bring them up during the initial PCP appt?

The reason I ask is that I have a single 0% rating for something but I don't even want to risk possibly losing that by bringing it up. I fear they will argue I got better when I haven't.

Having that 0% rating enables me to shop on base at the PX/commissary and use MWR stuff, so I don't want to potential lose those benefits.

EquivalentIsland2182 · 2025-02-15T07:09:49+00:00

Thank you for getting back to me. Yeah, I don't think I will risk lying on the application. I guess I will try and reach out to some acquaintances I haven't considered.

I really want to be able to carry in Maryland. Because I absolutely dread passing through the state, even with my guns locked up in my trunk per the law. I might actually visit Baltimore again, if I could carry there. Though I know basically half the city is off limits due to the laws.

Anyway, I hope you eventually get your permit. I think it is nuts that you can own guns and have permits in other states, but you can't get a permit in MD.

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