National Carry AcademyApplying for a Permit in Massachusetts
January 11, 2016
Note: On August 2014, Bill H. 4376 became a law. With this law, Class A and Class B License would no longer exist starting January 1, 2015. The state will only issue an LTC (License to Carry). Because of this, the restrictions will be the same for all permit holders. In this article, all LTC that will be mentioned would mean a license without restrictions.
In Massachusetts, resident permits are issued by the local police. Consult your local police to know the requirements that you should meet to obtain an LTC.
Individuals with LTC (License to Carry) are allowed to buy, carry and transport handguns, rifles, shotguns and ammunition.
Other information about the LTC
• Individuals who obtained their LTC before January 1, 2015 may continue to use it until the date of expiration.
• First time applicants must be at least 21 years old.
• License to Carry is valid for 6 years.
• Payment for obtaining an LTC is $100.
• With the new law, here are additional requirements now when applying for an LTC. Consult your local police office to know more about this.
Chapter 140: Section 131. Licenses to Carry Firearms; Conditions and Restrictions
Section 131. Permit holders are allowed to buy, rent, possess, carry and borrow firearms, either small or large capacity, ammunition, rifles, shotguns and feeding devices legally. The licensing authority may impose restrictions relative to the ownership and use of firearms. Licensed carriers who violate the restrictions imposed by the licensing authority may be suspended or have their permits revoked along with a penalty of not less than $1,000 and not more than $10,000 fine.
The different forms in applying for a permit are available in this link.
Applying for a Permit in Massachusetts
January 11, 2016
Note: On August 2014, Bill H. 4376 became a law. With this law, Class A and Class B License would no longer exist starting January 1, 2015. The state will only issue an LTC (License to Carry). Because of this, the restrictions will be the same for all permit holders. In this article, all LTC that will be mentioned would mean a license without restrictions.
In Massachusetts, resident permits are issued by the local police. Consult your local police to know the requirements that you should meet to obtain an LTC.
Individuals with LTC (License to Carry) are allowed to buy, carry and transport handguns, rifles, shotguns and ammunition.
Other information about the LTC
• Individuals who obtained their LTC before January 1, 2015 may continue to use it until the date of expiration.
• First time applicants must be at least 21 years old.
• License to Carry is valid for 6 years.
• Payment for obtaining an LTC is $100.
• With the new law, here are additional requirements now when applying for an LTC. Consult your local police office to know more about this.
Chapter 140: Section 131. Licenses to Carry Firearms; Conditions and Restrictions
Section 131. Permit holders are allowed to buy, rent, possess, carry and borrow firearms, either small or large capacity, ammunition, rifles, shotguns and feeding devices legally. The licensing authority may impose restrictions relative to the ownership and use of firearms. Licensed carriers who violate the restrictions imposed by the licensing authority may be suspended or have their permits revoked along with a penalty of not less than $1,000 and not more than $10,000 fine.
The different forms in applying for a permit are available in this link.