8. Maryland & Kansas
| Maryland | Kansas | |
| Universal Background Check: | Only for handguns | None |
| Waiting Period: | 7 Day waiting period for regulated firearms (“assault weapons” and handguns) | None |
| Gun Bans: | Large capacity magazines and “assault weapons” | None |
| Capacity Limit: | 10 Rounds | None |
| Conceal Carry: | May Issue | Constitutional Carry |
| Open Carry: | For long guns and handguns (permit required) | Yes |
| Self-Defense: | Castle Doctrine | Stand Your Ground Law |
| Governor: | Republican | Democrat |
| State Legislature: | Democrat Control | Republican Control |
