Ware firearms licensing requirements, as published | Law Office of Christopher B. O'Brien

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Firearms licensing, as published by the licensing authority

Source: www.townofware.com/departments/police_department/mass_firearms_license_information.php
Retrieved: 2026-09-16
Last confirmed: Sept. 16, 2026

Firearms License Information
Firearms License Information
Firearms_License_Application.pdf
FIREARMS_LICENSE_CHANGE_OF_ADDRESS.pdf
MASSACHUSETTS FIREARMS LICENSING INFORMATION:
Mail your check and application to the police department, or hand-deliver during normal business hours. Include safety course certificate with first-time applications. FID cards under 18 require signed letter of approval from parent or guardian.
Make checks payable to "Town of Ware" Cash and debit cards not accepted .
License
Fee
Fee Exemptions
Expiration
LTC
$100.00
Free for renewals 70 & Over
Expires not less than 6 years on birthday
FID Card
$100.00
Free for renewals 70 & Over,
$25 for under 18
Expires 6 years from the date of issue
Firearms & Ammo Dealer
$100.00
None
Valid for 3 years
Machine Gun License
$100.00
None, requires valid C&R license
Expires 6 years from the date of issue
Pepper Spray
$25
No permit required if 18 or older
Expires 6 years from the date of issue
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Check it against the statute

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).