Research the type of handgun you want to purchase.
Go into a gun store look and get a feel of the gun of your choice.
Ask questions if you are not sure what to purchase, ask for recommendations.
Once you have selected the gun that you want its time to do your paperwork
MSP Paper work is located on the Maryland State Police website.
This form is called a 77r and you can complete it at most gun stores or you can complete it at home.
Once completed you will receive an email from MSP with a pin that you most give to the gun store representative to complete your purchase.
You will pay for your purchase and wait 7 days to receive your letter from the MSP stating that you have "not been disapproved".
Once you have received your letter, you can go back to the gun store where you made your purchase and pick up your merchandise.
The ATF paperwork is done in the store either as a hard copy or done online on a computer.