Appointed by GWB. Thanks jerk.
You may want to read the article closer. The judge struck down DC’s unconstitutional provision that a good and substantial reason is necessary for the state to authorize a CCW.
Several states include this nonsense. In the case of Maryland, I think only one person determines if your reason is good enough. Self-protection is NEVER a reason.
Sorry, you were backtracking while I was typing.
I had to read it twice too. Typical journalist. Why be clear when you can be obtuse and longer.
You should read the article on why it was rejected. It was too restrictive and subjective by government.