Massachusetts's Open Carry

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Most areas do not allow open carry. There are some rural areas of Massachusetts do allow open carry, but they require a CCW permit.

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What is Open Carry?

Open carry is the ability to carry a gun in plain view. Some states require a permit to open carry, and some do not, but most have restrictions on where it is legal to open carry.

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Other Massachusetts firearm laws

• Massachusetts Permit to Purchase
• Massachusetts Firearm Registration
• Massachusetts Owner License
• Massachusetts Open Carry
• Massachusetts Concealed Carry
• Massachusetts State Preemption of Local Restrictions
• Massachusetts Magazine Capacity Restriction
• Massachusetts Castle Doctrine
• Massachusetts Stand Your Ground
• Massachusetts Peaceable Journey
• Massachusetts Assault Weapon Restrictions
• Massachusetts NFA Weapon Restrictions

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