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Please note that an in-person appointment is now required for all applicants - both new and renewals, including those who have applied online
To Apply for a New or Renewal Firearms License...
Print out the application information packet and follow all instructions
Take the State-required class (LTC and FID only (Class B is no longer being issued))
Make your application appointment
Application information packet
If you wish to file a new or renewal firearms license application for any class of Massachusetts permit, please access our Firearms Licensing information packet by clicking the button below. The packet contains:
A helpful checklist
A blank application form
Access the Firearms Application Packet
Appointment scheduling
Every applicant for any class of license, whether new or renewal, must make an appointment to have their application reviewed by one of our licensing officials. Appointments are held at the Holden Public Safety Building.
Schedule your appointment
State Required Safety Class
A Massachusetts Certified Firearms Safety Course or a Basic Hunter Education Course is required for all NEW Class LTC or FID applicants (Class B is no longer being issued).
Holden PD is no longer offering classes. The list of links below has additional information and alternative course locations.
State of Massachusetts Information:
Access a list of State-approved courses
Find dates and locations of the Basic Hunter Education Course
Suggested places to find classes:
American Legion Post - Paxton
Worcester Police Dept
GOAL (Gun Owner s Action League)
Mass Firearms School
Paxton Police Dept
West Boylston Police Dept
Herget Safety Firearms Instruction
State Firearms Records Bureau
Visit the Massachusetts FRB website for expanded information about laws, the application process, and additional forms.
Holden Police Department My appointment day & time are:
Firearms Application Checklist
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Notes: We recommend that all qualified applicants apply for a Class A LTC. If you are issued a lesser license and wish to own
a handgun in the future, you would need to reapply and pay another fee.
Chemical Spray - State law no longer requires an LTC or FID for chemical spray only, if 18 years of age or older. Under 18
years of age must still possess a valid FID card (Class C or D).
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Letter
Appn Two Full Class
Application from Appointment
Fee* References Fingerprints Certificate
NEW: Employer*
Class A LTC $100 YES YES YES YES See note YES
Class C FID $100/$25 YES NO YES YES “ YES
Class D FID $25 YES NO YES NO “ YES
RENEWAL:
Class A LTC $100 YES NO NO NO See note YES
Class C FID $100 YES NO NO NO “ YES
Class D FID Class D FID card renewal is no longer necessary
* Fee is waived for renewals aged 70 or over. Fees apply for new applicants regardless of age.
Fee for retired law enforcement personnel is $25.
All fees are forfeited if application is denied.
Class requirement is waived for active military personnel. Your current ID must be presented at your appointment.
* Applicants who need an LTC or FID for their job must submit a letter from their employer stating it is required.
You must bring your complete application packet with you, or your appointment will be forfeited and you
will have to reschedule at a later date. No action can be taken without all of the applicable items:
ALL applicants must bring their application form, signed and dated.
All applicable questions must be completed.
If you answered “yes” to any question 1-14 on page 2, you must give details (1 question, page 3).
See table above for reference and class certificate requirements.
ALL applicants except those waived (see * note above) must bring payment.
$100 for Class A LTC ($25 for retired law enforcement personnel).
$100 for Class C FID if 18 years of age or older; $25 if under age 18.
$25 for Class D (Chemical Propellant Only) FID card (Class D renewals are no longer needed).
Cash or check made payable to: Town of Holden Police Department.
ALL NEW applicants must have full fingerprints taken.
Full prints will be taken at your appointment at no extra charge
Alternatively, you may bring prints taken at another Massachusetts police department (a fee may apply)
Applicants applying in relation to their employment must bring a letter from their supervisor on
company letterhead verifying that the LTC or FID is required for employment purposes, and why.
NEW applicants for Class A LTC or Class C FID must bring a certificate of completion for the state–
approved Basic Handgun Safety Course or Hunter Safety Course, completed anywhere in Massachusetts.
This requirement is waived for active military personnel, with current ID.
1370 Main Street, Holden Massachusetts 01520 ▪ 508-210-5600 ▪ www.holdenpd.com
THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS PD USE ONLY
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND SECURITY FTN: _______________
Department of Criminal Justice Information Services
200 Arlington Street, Suite 2200, Chelsea, MA 02150 LIC #: _______________
TEL: 617-660-4600 | TTY: 617-660-4606 | mass.gov/cjis
Submit this form and direct any questions to
your local police department
MASSACHUSETTS RESIDENT LTC/FID/MACHINE GUN APPLICATION
FOR NEW/RENEWAL OF A FIREARMS IDENTIFICATION CARD OR LICENSE TO CARRY
FIREARMS OR LICENSE TO POSSES A MACHINE GUN (M.G.L c. 140, §§ 129B, 131)
CHECK ONE:
New Applicant*
Renewal - Most Recent License to Carry/FID Number:
*NOTE: If application is for a first firearms identification card or license to carry firearms, a copy of the Firearms Safety Certificate or
Hunter Safety Course Certificate must be attached, unless exempt by statute. If this is a renewal application, a lost/stolen firearms
affidavit must be submitted.
LICENSE APPLICATION TYPE (Check Only One):
Firearms Identification Card - Restricted (self-defense spray)
Firearms Identification Card
License to Carry
License to Possess a Machine Gun
Gun Club License (Only the Colonel of the State Police can issue a club license)
EXCEPT FOR SIGNATURE, PRINT OR TYPE ALL REQUESTED INFORMATION:
Last Name First Name Middle Name Suffix
Residential Address City State Zip Code Telephone Number
Mailing Address City State Zip Code Telephone Number
Date of Birth Place of Birth (City, State, Country)
Mother's First Name Mother's Maiden Name Father's First Name Father's Last Name
Height Weight Build Complexion Hair Color Eye Color
Occupation Social Security Number (Optional) Drivers License Number
Employed By Business Address
City/Town State Zip Telephone Number
LTC-FID Application – Revised May 2015 Page 1 of 4
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS COMPLETELY AND ACCURATELY:
1. Are you a citizen of the United States? YES NO
If lawful permanent resident alien, give
green card number and resident date Green Card Number Resident Since (date)
If naturalized, give date, place
and naturalization number Date Place Naturalization No.
2. Have you ever renounced your U.S. citizenship? YES NO
3. What is your age? ________ (You must be 21 to apply for a LTC, 18 to apply for a FID card, or 14 to 17 with
submission of a certificate of parent or guardian granting permission to apply for a FID card or FID card – Restricted).
4. Have you ever been arrested or appeared in court as a defendant for any criminal offense? YES NO
5. Are you the subject of any pending criminal charges? YES NO
6. Have you ever been convicted of a felony? YES NO
7. Have you ever been convicted of the unlawful use, possession, or sale of controlled substances
as defined in M.G.L. c. 94C, § 1? YES NO
8. Have you ever been convicted of a violent crime or a crime of domestic violence? YES NO
9. Have you ever been convicted as an adult or adjudicated a youthful offender or delinquent child
in any state or federal jurisdiction? YES NO
10. Are you now, or have you ever been the subject of a restraining order issued pursuant to M.G.L. c. 209A,
or a similar order issued by another jurisdiction? YES NO
11. Are you currently the subject of any outstanding arrest warrant in any state or federal jurisdiction? YES NO
12. Have you ever been committed to any hospital or institution for mental illness, or alcohol or substance abuse? YES NO
13. Has any firearms license issued under the laws of any state or territory ever been suspended, revoked,
or denied? YES NO
14. Have you been discharged from the armed forces of the United States under dishonorable conditions? YES NO
15. Have you been the subject of an order of the probate court appointing a guardian or conservator? YES NO
If you answered "YES" to any of the questions 2-15, give details which must include dates,
circumstances and location; use a separate sheet of paper if necessary.
LTC-FID Application – Revised May 2015 Page - 2 of 4
Have you ever used or been known by another name? YES NO
If “YES”, provide name and explain:
Other than Massachusetts, in what state(s), territory(ies), or jurisdiction(s) have you lived? NONE
Have you ever held a firearms license in any other state, territory or jurisdiction? YES NO
If "YES", when, where, and license number?
List the name and addresses of two references (as required by your licensing authority)
Last Name First Name
Address City/Town State Zip
Last Name First Name
Address City/Town State Zip
Reason(s) for requesting the issuance of a card or license:
Unrestricted Target & Hunting Sporting Employment
Use lines below to indicate the reason(s) you are requesting the license; use a separate sheet of paper if necessary)
WARNING Any person who knowingly files an application containing false information shall be punished by a fine of not less than
$500 nor more than $1,000 or by imprisonment for not less than 6 months nor more than 2 years in a house of correction, or by both
such fine and imprisonment (M.G.L c.140, §§ 129B(8), 131(h)).
I declare the above facts are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief and I understand that any false answer(s)
will be just cause for denial or revocation of my license to carry firearms. I understand that filing an application that contains false
information is a criminal offense.
Signed under the penalties of perjury this day of
day month year
Signature of Applicant:
LTC-FID Application – Revised May 2015 Page - 3 of 4
Massachusetts License to Carry (LTC)/Firearms Identification Card (FID) Affidavit
Complete this form only if you are renewing your firearms license.
License Holder Name: ________________________________________________
Current LTC or FID card Number: ________________________________________________
Please select one:
A. (No firearm(s) lost or stolen since previous issuance of LTC or FID card)
1. I am renewing a Massachusetts firearms identification (FID) card or license to carry
(LTC) firearms.
2. I have not lost one or more firearms or had any firearms stolen since the renewal or
issuance of my last FID card or LTC.
B. (Firearm(s) reported lost or stolen since previous issuance of LTC or FID card)
1. I am renewing a Massachusetts firearms identification (FID) card or license to carry
(LTC) firearms.
2. I have lost one or more firearms or have reported stolen one or more firearms since
the renewal or issuance of my last FID card or LTC.
List all lost or stolen firearms below; use additional sheets as necessary.
Lost or Date Reported Reported to Type Make Model Serial Number Case Number
Stolen Lost or Stolen (Police Dept.)
The above information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.
SIGNED UNDER THE PENALTIES OF PERJURY:
Signature:____________________________________ Date:_________________________
LTC-FID Application – Revised May 2015 Page - 4 of 4
The provisions a municipal licensing page most often touches: G.L. c. 140, § 131 (licenses to carry), G.L. c. 140, § 121F (applications, suitability, judicial review), G.L. c. 140, § 131P (the safety certificate).