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Maryland's Gun Restrictions Upheld: A Win for Safety?

1/22/2026

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On January 20, 2026, the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld most of Maryland's 2023 firearm restrictions and banned concealed firearms in schools and government buildings.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore called the decision a win for public safety, while the court remained divided on broader public-space restrictions.
The Kipke v. Moore case may influence future gun-law challenges in the region.

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Story summary

On January 20, 2026, the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld most of Maryland's 2023 firearm restrictions and banned concealed firearms in schools and government buildings.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore called the decision a win for public safety, while the court remained divided on broader public-space restrictions.
The Kipke v. Moore case may influence future gun-law challenges in the region.