02/18/2026
Time-Sensitive Update for Maryland Wear & Carry Permit Holders
From: Atlantic Tactical Fi****ms Trainers
Please be advised of an important, time-sensitive update following a ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit on January 20, 2026, concerning Maryland’s fi****ms carry restrictions.
The court largely upheld the state’s “sensitive places / restricted areas” carry rules. However, it struck down one key provision and reinstated two restrictions that had been previously blocked by a lower court.-----Key Takeaways: Where Carry Restrictions Remain Enforceable (Examples)
The following locations are generally upheld as restricted areas:
Government buildings
Schools and school grounds
Public transportation / mass transit facilities
Healthcare facilities
Museums
Stadiums, racetracks, amusement parks, and casinos
State parks, state forests, and Chesapeake Forest Lands
The Major Change: Private Property
The court struck down Maryland’s rule that automatically prohibited carry on private property open to the public unless the owner explicitly granted consent.
Important Note: Property owners retain the right to prohibit fi****ms through posted signage, direct notice, established policies, and trespass enforcement. This ruling removes the state’s automatic presumption of "no-carry," but does not affect a property owner's ability to set their own rules.
-----Recommended Next Steps
Plan Accordingly: Treat the "sensitive places" list above as enforceable when planning your daily carry.
Exercise Caution:
Stay Informed: Related issues are currently under review at the U.S. Supreme Court, and the rules are subject to further change.
This message is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult qualified legal counsel for questions about specific situations.
