Massachusetts Gun Laws F.A.Q.

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• +Q: Does Massachusetts require a permit to purchase weapons?
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  A:

  Massachusetts requires a Firearm Identification (FID) or permit to carry a gun.

• +Q: Does Massachusetts require owners to register their firearms with the police?
• +Q: Does Massachusetts require an owner's license?
• +Q: Does Massachusetts issue open carry permits?
• +Q: Does Massachusetts issue concealed carry permits?
• +Q: Does Massachusetts have preemption over subdivisions?
• +Q: Does Massachusetts have a restriction on magazine capacity?
• +Q: Does Massachusetts support the castle doctrine?
• +Q: Does Massachusetts have a "stand-your-ground" law?
• +Q: Does Massachusetts uphold a peaceable journey?
• +Q: Does Massachusetts have restrictions on assault weapons?
• +Q: What NFA restrictions does Massachusetts have?

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