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Firearms Licensing
Please review the appropriate checklists below before scheduling an appointment. All appointments are held at the New Bedford Police Department Headquarters located at:
871 Rockdale Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02740 [ map }
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New LTC Application Checklist (opens in new tab)
Renewal LTC Checklist (opens in new tab)
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Firearms FAQ
Are appointments for renewal applications needed? Expand
Renewal applications can be dropped in the drop-off mailbox located in the lobby at our headquarters, located at 871 Rockdale Avenue, New Bedford MA 02740. Please refer to the Renewal Applicant Checklist prior to ensuring all necessary documents are included.
How do I change an address? Expand
Complete Change of Address form . Mail one to the police department of the city/town you are leaving and the city/town you are moving to. Also, call the State or mail a form to the state.
How do I obtain my pin number? Expand
Contact the Firearms Record Bureau at (617) 660-4722 from Monday through Friday (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
How do I obtain a Lost/Stolen Card? Expand
Contact the Firearms Division at (508) 991-6300 Ext. 79573 from Monday through Friday (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
How do I change my name? Expand
Contact the Firearms Record Bureau at (617) 660-4722 or mail in the form.
How do I transfer firearms? Expand
Personal firearms transfers can be completed via Mass Guns Transaction Portal. You are allowed to PRIVATELY transfer/sell 4 firearms per year. Any additional transfers must be done through a Federal Firearms Licensed Dealer.
What are the criminal disqualifiers to obtain a LTC? Expand
Please see list of criminal disqualifiers.
Do I have to disclose dismissed charges? Expand
Yes -- Question 4 of the application refers to ever appearing in court for any charges. This includes if the charges are dismissed, CWOFD, or dropped at arraignment. This also includes any charges that were sealed or expunged.
How long before I receive the license? Expand
60-90 days from your appointment depending on a background investigation and turnaround times from the state. Please wait 60 days before contacting the Firearms Division regarding the status of your LTC.
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New Bedford Police Department
Criminal Investigation Division
Firearms Bureau
871 Rockdale Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02740
Phone: 508-991-6300 Ext 79573
Jonathan F. Mitchell Jason Thody
Mayor Chief of Police
Derek J. Belong Scott A. Carola
Assistant Deputy Chief Assistant Deputy Chief
NEW FIREARMS LICENSE APPLICATION CHECKLIST
Please be advised that if you fail to provide us with the following documents on the
date of your scheduled appointment, the appointment will be cancelled and
rescheduled for a later date.
( ) APPLICATION: Applications are to be completed prior to your scheduled appointment.
Please be sure to answer truthfully and type or print clearly. NOTE: Question (4) of page (2)
of the LTC application refers to any criminal charge brought forth against you, in the court of
law, regardless of the outcome. If you appeared in court as a defendant and the charges
brought against you were filed, dismissed, pardoned, sealed, etc... it is still your
responsibility to inform the licensing authority. Be advised that if your application is not
completed truthfully, your LTC or FID request will automatically be denied.
( ) PHOTOS and FINGERPRINTS: Photos and fingerprints will be taken by the Firearm’s
Division during your appointment.
( ) LICENSE FEE: A $100 non-refundable fee is collected when applying for an LTC or FID.
FID – UNDER 18, the fee is only $25.00. Personal checks, bank checks, and money orders
are the only forms of payment accepted. Cash IS NOT accepted. Please make checks
payable to: City of New Bedford. NOTE: All fees are waived for applicants who are 70 years
of age or older.
( ) IDENTIFICATION: You must bring valid photo identification. This includes a valid
Massachusetts Drivers License and/or Massachusetts Identification Card.
( ) CITIZENSHIP: Citizens born in the United States are required to bring either Birth
Certificate and, or US Passport to prove citizenship. Naturalized citizens are required to
bring their Naturalization Certificate, which should include the date, number, and location
(city/state) of naturalization. Non-US born applicants are required to bring a Permanent
Resident Card (Green Card).
( ) RESIDENCY: Applicants are required to bring one (1) of the following documents to
prove their New Bedford residency and/or business: utility invoice, credit card invoice, cable
invoice, bank statement, certified voter registration, business registration, etc. NOTE: Any
questions on what an acceptable form of residency is please contact the New Bedford police
Firearms Bureau.
( ) FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE: First time LTC or FID applicants are required to attend a
State Certified Massachusetts Hunter Safety and/or Massachusetts State Police Basic
Firearms Safety course. A certificate from either course will be required on the date of your
appointment.
( ) APPOINTMENTS: All new applications are processed & submitted for review by
appointment only. To make your appointment, please book an appointment on
newbedfordpd.com under the firearms tab. If there are no days available, please check
back as new days are added regularly.
New Bedford Police Department
Criminal Investigation Division
Firearms Bureau
871 Rockdale Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02740
Phone: 508-991-6300 Ext150 Fax: 508-979-1566
Jonathan F. Mitchell Jason Thody
Mayor Chief of Police
Derek J. Belong Scott A. Carola
Assistant Deputy Chief Assistant Deputy Chief
Firearms LTC Renewal Checklist
Please be advised that LTC/FID renewals are done by a drop off mailbox. The
mailbox is in located the lobby of 871 Rockdale Ave. You must provide us with the
following documents. Once all the documents are completed it is to be placed ono
the drop ox mailbox. Failure to follow instructions/and or missing documents will
result in your application being returned to you.
DO NOT SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT IF YOU ARE RENEWING YOUR LTC
( ) APPLICATION: Applications are to be fully completed. Please be sure to include and
complete page 4, which asks if you have had any firearms lost or stolen.
( ) IDENTIFICATION: Applicants must provide a copy of a valid Massachusetts Driver’s
License and/or Massachusetts Identification Card. A copy of your most recent Firearms
License to Carry must be provide as well.
( ) RESIDENCY: Applicants must provide a copy of (1) of the following documents to prove
their New Bedford residency and/or business: utility invoice, credit card invoice, certified
voter registration and/ or business registration. NOTE: The forms listed above are the only
forms accepted as proof of residency. Insurance invoices and/ or documents from registry of
Motor Vehicles will NOT be accepted.
( ) LICENSE FEE: A $100 non-refundable fee is collected when applying for a LTC or FID.
FID – UNDER 18, the fee is only $25.00. Personal checks, bank checks, and money orders
are the only forms of payment accepted. Cash IS NOT accepted. Please make checks
payable to: City of New Bedford. NOTE: All fees are waived for applicants who are 70 years
of age or older.
( ) Envelope: Applicants must provide (2) self-addressed envelopes. (Your address in the
center of the envelope. The top left-hand corner is left blank.).
THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS EXECUTIVE OFFICE PD USE ONLY
OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND SECURITY FTN: _______________
Department of Criminal Justice Information Services
LIC #: _______________
mass.gov/firearms-services
Submit this form and direct any questions to
your local police department
LICENSE APPLICATION
RESIDENT FIREARMS LICENSE APPLICATION
CHECK ONE:
New Applicant
Renewal - most recent license number: ___________________________________
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):
Self-Defense Spray Permit
Firearms Identification Card
License to Carry
License to Possess Stun Gun Only
License to Possess a Machine Gun
Gun Club License (only the Colonel of the State Police can issue a gun 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) Email address
Mother's First Name Mother's Maiden Name Father's First Name Father's Last Name
Height Weight Gender Race Ethnicity Hair Color Eye Color
Occupation Social Security Number (Optional) Drivers License Number
Employed By Business Address
City/Town State Zip Telephone Number
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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. What is your age? ________
3. Have you ever been arrested, summonsed, or appeared in court as a defendant for any criminal offense?
YES NO
4. Are you the subject of any pending criminal charges?
YES NO
5. Have you ever been convicted as an adult or adjudicated a youthful offender or delinquent child in any state or federal jurisdiction?
YES NO
6. Have you ever been the subject of a restraining order or criminal harassment order issued by a Massachusetts court or by a court in another
jurisdiction?
YES NO
7. Have you ever been committed by a court to a hospital for mental illness, or alcohol or substance abuse?
YES NO
8. Has any firearms license issued to you by any state or territory ever been suspended, revoked, or denied?
YES NO
9. Have you been dishonorably discharged from the armed forces of the United States?
YES NO
10. Have you ever been the subject of an order of any court appointing a guardian or conservator?
YES NO
If you answered "YES" to any of the questions 2-10, give details including dates, circumstances and location; use a
separate sheet of paper if necessary.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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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", please indicate which state(s):_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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:
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Massachusetts Firearms License Affidavit (applies to renewals for all license types)
Complete this form only if you are renewing your firearms license.
License Holder Name: ________________________________________________
Current Firearms License Number: ________________________________________________
Please select one:
A. No firearm(s) lost or stolen since previous issuance of firearms license
1. I am renewing my Massachusetts firearms license.
2. I have not lost one or more firearms or had any firearms stolen since the renewal or issuance of
my last license.
B. Firearm(s) reported lost or stolen since previous issuance of firearms license
1. I am renewing my Massachusetts firearms license.
2. I have lost one or more firearms or have reported stolen one or more firearms since the
renewal or issuance of my last firearms license.
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:_________________________
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PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT – CIVIL FINGERPRINTING
Authority: The FBl's acquisition, preservation, and exchange of fingerprints and associated information
is generally authorized under 28 U.S.C. 534. Depending on the nature of your application,
supplemental authorities include Federal statutes, State statutes pursuant to Pub.
L. 92-544, Presidential Executive Orders, and federal regulations. Providing your fingerprints and
associated information is voluntary; however, failure to do so may affect completion or approval of
your application.
Principal Purpose: Certain determinations, such as employment, licensing, and security clearances,
may be predicated on fingerprint-based background checks. Your fingerprints and associated
information/biometrics may be provided to the employing, investigating, or otherwise responsible
agency, and/or the FBI for the purpose of comparing your fingerprints to other fingerprints in the FBl's
Next Generation Identification (NGI) system or its successor systems (including civil, criminal, and
latent fingerprint repositories) or other available records of the employing, investigating, or otherwise
responsible agency. The FBI may retain your fingerprints and associated information/biometrics in
NGI after the completion of this application and, while retained, your fingerprints may continue to be
compared against other fingerprints submitted to or retained by NGI.
Routine Uses: During the processing of this application and for as long thereafter as your fingerprints
and associated information/biometrics are retained in NGI, your information may be disclosed
pursuant to your consent, and may be disclosed without your consent as permitted by the Privacy Act
of 1974 and all applicable Routine Uses as may be published at any time in the Federal Register,
including the Routine Uses for the NGI system and the FBl's Blanket Routine Uses. Routine uses
include, but are not limited to, disclosures to: employing, governmental or authorized non-
governmental agencies responsible for employment, contracting, licensing, security clearances, and
other suitability determinations; local, state, tribal, or federal law enforcement agencies; criminal
justice agencies; and agencies responsible for national security or public safety.
Applicant Notification and Record Challenge
Your fingerprints will be used to check the criminal history records of the FBI. You have the
opportunity to complete or challenge the accuracy of the information contained in the FBI
identification record. The procedure for obtaining a change, correction, or updating an FBI
identification record are set forth in Title 28, CFR, 16.34. You can find additional information on the FBI
website at www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/background-checks.
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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).