Frequently Asked Questions

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Veterans First Gun Safety Services offers a wide range of services, including  Maryland Handgun Qualification License, Maryland and Multi -State Wear and Carry Permit Certifications, Beginner and Intermediate Firearms Training, Women's Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals, Children's Firearms & Safety Fundamentals, First Aid, CPR, AED Certification, and Weapons Consultation Service.

. We also have plans to expand our services in the future.

Veterans First Gun Safety Services takes the security and privacy of our users very seriously. We use state-of-the-art security measures to protect our users' information.

Yes, Veterans First Gun Safety Services provides private lessons for all shooter skill levels.

Veterans First Gun Safety Services is located at 516-B S. Marlyn Ave. Essex, MD 21221. Just a 1/4 mile from Eastern Blvd and 1-1/2 miles from MD 702.

No, Veterans First Gun Safety Services has partnered with Free State Gun Range located at 11500 Crossroads Circle, Middle River, MD 21221

Veterans First Gun Safety Services is currently updating the online paid and free service portion of our website and should be up and running by the end of March 2026. Please check back or send us an email and we will gladly let you know when it is ready.

Veterans First Gun Safety Services and its instructors all have State of Maryland, Utah State and United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) certifications.

All classes for the Maryland and other state HQL and CCW start promptly at 9:00 Am both Saturday and Sunday dd an answer to this item. Times for different courses are available on the class schedules.

No, if you do not currently have your own handgun, we have one for you to use during your qualification. 

Veterans First Gun Safety Service has a partnership with Bmore Tactical Firearms in Essex, and we can help you in the decision-making process, so you make the right purchase.