Public Safety - Handgun Permits - Expiration and Renewal Periods for Retired Law Enforcement Officer

HB 171 modifies Maryland's handgun permit rules for retired law enforcement officers. It changes the expiration period from 2 years to 5 years after issuance and allows renewals for successive 5-year terms (instead of the standard 3 years), provided the applicant meets current permit qualifications. This applies specifically to officers who retired in good standing with state, county, or municipal law enforcement agencies. The bill does not alter fee requirements or fingerprinting rules for these permits.