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Yes, Our class meets the requirements set forth by law in Massachusetts to obtain a Massachusetts License to Carry, a MA FID Card. We suggest applying for the LTC if you are 21 or over. You must be 21 to apply for an LTC in MA, but you do not need an FID to apply for an LTC. Applicants can apply for an FID card, from the age of 15-17, with a parent’s permission.
Your Local Police Department in the City or Town Where you live is where you will apply. Your local Massachusetts municipal Police Department (i.e. the police department in your city or town) issues Licenses to Carry (LTC) and Firearms ID Cards (FID) from the police department licensing officer. You will need to attend a firearms safety class before applying for your firearms permit in Massachusetts.
Students who live in Quincy, Weymouth, Hingham, Rockland and Sharon are required to take a course in Live Fire training before applying for their license. Brookline residents have a specific range qualification requirement. If you do not live in one of these communities, we suggest taking the live fire class after obtaining your license, so the information is fresh in your mind when you are prepared/ licensed to buy a gun. You MUST take our Basic Safety class in Rockland, FIRST, before taking a live fire class.
Due to the recent Supreme Court Ruling, MA no longer issues restricted licenses. If you are approved to receive a License to Carry in MA, it will be issued without restrictions.
In Massachusetts you cannot be in possession of a firearm or ammunition without a firearms permit, there are no exceptions.
In Massachusetts it is a fairly simple process to obtain your License to Carry, or FID card. So long as you have a clean criminal record, the process is straight forward.
In Massachusetts, the advocacy group that support gun owners is the Gun owners action league www.goal.org
Take the training, get your LTC and purchase a firearm when you are ready. You do not need to own a firearm to get your LTC.
This is going to depend on a number of factors including how a given firearm fits your hand and your specific reason for carrying daily. We can discuss these factors and come up with some suggestions that will work for your specific needs.
Not only is it normal, it is healthy to have a fear and respect for a firearm. Time and practice will help you to become more comfortable handling firearms.
Before you schedule your class, we will take a look at the town you live in and their track record of issuing licenses. As a part of our curriculum, we provide you with a copy of the required application for your LTC.
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Tom is a great instructor. He knows the area very well and does a great job answering questions and making you feel like you learned something. I found his class through Google and it worked out very well.
Shawn Silva
Tom is top notch. Clear and concise about a very serious subject. Your life and your family’s lives. Do not hesitate to use him as your instructor.
Dave McCreary
Great class, very informative and helpful. Tom has great energy and is very engaging. I would recommend the class to anyone looking to apply for a LTC or FID.
Lisa Ceccarini
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend this class. I found Tom extremely knowledgeable in the current legalities of not only obtaining an LTC but owning a firearm as well. He provided real world scenarios that made you truly understand the consequences if you do not understand and adhere to your responsibilities as a gun owner. Tom was a very fun easy going guy who made the class enjoyable.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic course! Tom was very informative and his use of anecdotes really helped the information stick for me personally. I left feeling very knowledgeable and safe.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great class, a lot of information shared with us. Thanks TomPosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom Weitbrecht Runs a great class would recommend to anyone going to get their LTC It was very engaging and made the 4 hour time feel a lot shorter than I expected. Thank you Tom!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom was very thorough in his explanations of firarm safety and gave personal, real life examples of situations involving firearms. He made it fun and engaging. I had prior knowledge of firearms but this class was still very useful when it came to certain terminology and safety procedures. Learning about the legal side of owning a firearm in Massachusetts was something I hadn't put a lot of thought into, so I am glad we covered it in class.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really informative class great teacher tom was great really knowledgeable.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The instructor was very knowledgeable, and made the class easy to understand and follow. Highly recommended!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can't recommend this firearms safety class highly enough! The instructor, Tom, was incredibly kind and extremely knowledgeable. He created a welcoming and judgment-free environment from start to finish. As a freshly turned 21-year-old with no prior experience with firearms, I felt intimidated about taking the class, but those feelings were relieved within seconds. Whether you're a complete beginner or just brushing up on your skills, you'll feel supported and respected every step of the way. Tom also mentioned that there is continued contact available, and he is always open to questions. The material was presented clearly and thoroughly! It was truly a top-notch experience—thank you!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Overall great experience and highly recommend, the class was very informative and helped with navigating the Massachusetts firearms laws, Also I found the instructor Tom to be extremely knowledgeable and easy going. He made every one feel welcomed and comfortable from the beginning of the class till the end.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So many important take-aways from this class! Tom is very knowledgeable but alos just plain likeable. He made learning on a rainy Saturday enjoyable and even though there were several topics covered I feel like his real-life examples made the laws easier to understand and retain.
Our class meets the requirements set forth by law in Massachusetts to obtain a Massachusetts License to Carry, a MA FID Card. 
