• Applications for Firearms (LTC/FID) are done by appointment.
• Appointments generally take 15-20 minutes for processing in the MIRCS (Massachusetts Instant Record Check System), photo and fingerprints
• LTC & FID take about 6-8 weeks for processing and issuance, IT IS SUGGESTED YOU CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT 6-8 WEEKS PRIOR TO EXPIRATION
  
• Please contact the Police Business Line at 413.634.0056 to schedule an appointment

Information About Possessing Firearms

Under M.G.L. c140/s131 to lawfully posses a handgun YOU MUST have a valid LTC.  To read requirements and restrictions, see M.G.L. c140/s131.

Under M.G.L. c140/s129B to lawfully possess a rifle, shotgun, ammunition, or chemical propellant spray, you must possess a valid FID card. To read requirements and restrictions, see M.G.L. c140/s129B

Important Firearms Licensing Information

On July 23, 1998, Chapter 180 of the Acts of 1998, (effective October 21, 1998) was enacted.  The statute made significant changes to the existing firearms laws in Massachusetts .  According to the Governor, "The Act strengthens the goal of the state’s firearms control legislation to limit access to deadly weapons by irresponsible people and to prevent the temptation and the ability to use firearms to inflict harm, whether negligently or intentionally, on oneself or another." It is strongly recommended everyone who either (a) has a license to carry a firearm or (b) is applying for a license to carry a firearm read Chapter 180 of the Acts of 1998 very carefully.

New & Renewal Licensing Information

(1) Application - Complete the Application For New/Renewal of a Firearms Identification Card or License to Carry Firearms.  Provide all the information that is requested on the form.  Failure to provide information or providing false information will result in the denial of the application and the police department seeking a criminal complaint in the district court if the information is false.

(2) Suitable Person - In order to be eligible to receive a new or to renew a LTC, an applicant must be deemed by the Chief of Police to be a suitable person. The Chief of Police considers factors such as the applicant's reputation in the community, his/her involvement in criminal activities that did not lead to an arrest or conviction, association with known criminals, etc.

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