Good luck! If the handgun is not under his direct control, it must be unloaded and in a locked case or other secure container, or secured with a trigger lock. If I had a 3rd OUI in 1993 will this disqualify me? Was in and out in less than an hour and it was my wife and I at the same time. A very nice lady came out from behind the glass, took my paperwork and went in the back for about 5 mintues and then came back out and brought me into a room where I was photographed. I have never been arrested, had any run-ins with the law, etc. It really depends. The 5 years has come will that incident hurt my chances of obtaining a license to carry? In just shy of 4 weeks, the nice lady called and told me to come pick up my LTC any time. If you want one? Does this cite have a green list of towns for Massachusetts? I held a MA LTC for 18 years and then moved to Ohio for 7 years. Dont worry too much about it! In an effort to obtain my LTC, can I use this cert or am I better off taking another course, to have a newer one? I was arrested before in 2009 but was able to have my record sealed. i have my license but it is restricted to just target and sportsman. Sometimes when something like this happens its because there is someone with a similar name in the system and they have to verify who is applying. Its simple. If it were to come up for any reason, I would just say that you had an incident 25 years ago, sought treatment of your own accord, and have been well since. Do I need to mention all of the above in my application. Now my question to you is , in the future, can I reapply for the LTC once again ? I'm sure we'd get along swimmingly. That is all it is in many towns including my own. My son attends college in Massachusetts but is a resident of another state. Theyve been really active going after departments who are refusing to process applications. If I were to do it again, I'd wear my XXL t-shirt with saggin' jeans like i wore back in high school when I was a homie. You should contact your local PD and ask them if the charge will result in a denial were you to apply. If thats what theyre saying then thats how theyll treat the license. And I hope his take like..forever! You could try contacting your local department and seeing if they can provide an update. I thought only politically connected/rich people get unrestricted licenses (well you certainly could be, Most Green towns aren't even at that level, the licensing interview is mostly administrative and not any kind of a test, as long as the person doesn't appear outwardly, Remember you are dealing with copsanswer only the questions they ask"Do you know what time it is? Show up, bring a check or money order for $100, apply, and stand by to stand by. sure. What if I was applying for an armoured truck guard with Loomis? Id recommend reaching out to your local PD and seeing what they say since theyll likely be the ones decide the approval. I have a drug charge 35 years old can I still get an FID card. If you go to buy a firearm from the store and answer incorrectly to the marijuana question on the transfer form, youd be breaking federal law. Its something for those issuing the licenses should think about. Rob, I have no idea how he managed that since he was the violent one, not her, but anyhow. They said they were pretty sure they could help me get it and theyd help me as much as they could. Exercising my second amendment right and carrying for personal protection is very important to me and I want to ensure that the town I live in does not deny that. Do you have any sample letters for applying to the chief? Typical waiting times these days can range from a few weeks to a few months. Cookie Notice I was denied for an ltc because it said I lied on question 4. Ask them if they have an idea about the turn-around time for licensing with their department. Is there something I should do, or just be patient and wait? There isnt really anything that can be done to speed up the process itself. Honestly this is the first time that I have heard of such an issue. I have no arrests since then. Hi! Hello Valerie. 4 months is in the middle of the current wait times as we are seeing them, so I wouldnt say its a cause for concern yet. Can they access our medical records? Good luck. But as far as we know, the surrounding areas do not require live fire. However, I'm not sure what to expect from their version of the interviewing process other than fingerprinting. These reasons will only work if they apply for you, or course. They could potentially deem you unsuitable for a license and point to the charges as a reason. New applicants/renewal must be at least 21 years of age, a resident of the City of Lowell, and a citizen or Permanent Resident Alien. LTC Application Process File Paper Application with BFS Training Certificate (if new application)/Application Fee - (this starts the 40 days) Applicant demographic information entered into MIRCS - applicant interview (if required) - prints & picture taken via MIRCS PD submits query to Dept. You will have to mention the A&B charges on your application since they are felony charges. So if she did end up receiving her license, and went to a gun store and filled out this form answering NO to the above question, then shed be breaking federal law. Im a combat vet, with 18 yrs of sevice, honorably discharged. Ive been their for 11 years The application process is by appointment only and mine is Dec 28th. I would keep checking in with your local PD maybe every week and seeing if you can get an update. Good Day, Plus, she has a temper like you wouldnt believe. Rob is a Sig Sauer Master Rated Firearms Instructor and holds several other ratings from various institutions. Good luck. Leave it to our Commonwealth to make the Massachusetts License to Carry process a complicated and confusing mess. Is that correct? Good morning. That likely wont have any influence on the application. I was in and out in 10 minutes I was a former Police Officer on 2 Departments and always had a Class A Large Capacity LTC. I completed a basic firearms safety course, but it was about 4 years ago, and I never applied in the town I formerly resided in. So after going through the class , we moved to where i am now. It is was dismissed or continued without a finding, or not guilty then you have some wiggle room. On the application, I didnt even think about it but it was brought to my attention that I did have a bout of depression once over 25 years ago. . LTC in MA Questions | USA Carry - Concealed Carry Forum I believe that automatically disqualifies her. Do I need to re-do the Safety Course? Thank you. The sergeant who entered the information for the application appreciated that, and I think it maybe made for a smoother process. State law doesnt prohibit someone from getting licenses while holding a medical marijuana card. My intent here is to explain to you the Massachusetts License to Carry process in simple, easy to understand, devoid of bovine excrement terms that will help you along the path of becoming a gun owner in Massachusetts. I was told everything was set and I'd be able to pick it up in 3 weeks or so, I was told everything was set and I'd be able to pick it up in 3 weeks or so. The beauty of this post is you are getting information directly from me a full time police officer. You will likely run into trouble regarding the DUI charge. However, if the restraining order is no longer active, then she wont be disqualified. Thoughts? Do you know a recent list of green towns or a few towns near Natick that I could live and qualify for an LTC for personal protection? At the time we were living in Westford, MA and the LTC process was not an easy one. The vast majority of the rest of thefree world United States has far less restrictive laws and processes in place to ensure the protection of their citizens constitutional rights but it is what it is when it comes to Massachusetts. We shoot REAL guns in all of our classes NOT simulators. The crazy thing is, after her placing that order against me, she started stalking me, which resulted in me changing my phone number and blocking her from sending me emails that I never responded to. Thank ynou. Wow - so glad my town isn't as obnoxious as some mentioned. Hi! If not, I would try to have the recruiter that you went through for the Army write a letter documenting that you never shipped to boot camp. I have a drug charge 35 years old can I still get an gif card? They are in my husbands name but took the course for safety and got the LTC incase I wanted to purchase my own. As of now those towns are: Lowell, Weymouth, Quincy (Know of any others? Maybe see if you could get a phone number for the Sgt and try that. He might mean that it could take 100 days for the license to come back and you can come to get it. Now, on top of all the Marijuana, she has been taking prescribed pain killers for years. This is very upsetting to me. You can either ask them to run a check before you apply, or contact the courthouse that this took place in and request a copy of the paperwork. If that DWI was a guilty conviction, then yes. This Use of Force portion of the course covers exactly that CARBINE SKILL BUILDER Often considered to be the best and most versatile self defense tool, the modern sporting rifle nevertheless takes some training to get the most out of the platform. If I receive a restricted LTC, does that prevent me from using a firearm for self-defense? The certificate should still be good even if the class was in 2018. My interview consisted of a little information chit chat, fingerprints and pictures. Good luck. It would come up in the background check process and the local PD may ask about it. So Id recommend you take additional training if you think it will help your cause. Is there another organization that can deny it? The classes that we offer are either LTC-007 or LTC-017 depending on who is teaching the class as we have instructors who are certified by the MA State Police for either. I live in New Bedford, went for my interview Feb 25th, got my LTC in the mail by the end of March. Thanks for the input. Thats really up for you to decide. It was a situational incident and was resolved rather quickly. MA Non-Resident LTC Application Process. Submit the renewal application -- located on the same form as the new LTC application -- prior to the expiration date. You can also contact your local police department and speak to them regarding the issues youve been having. I'm sorry if you felt attacked. And the rest of us don't like it. I used to have my fid witch i got after having my record sealed , since the laws passed i did not keep up with it and now it has since expired. I was a security officer for 10 years after high school. The Gun Owners Action League has a good article about how the non-resident process works. In 2012 i dropped my app off and the ladies took my fingerprints and photo. Turnaround was 6 weeks. It will show up when they run a background check on you through the NICS system. I was arrest twice for a/b over 20 years ago for try to stop my wife when she turn violent after a patty with friend, I dint hit her or fitting never convicted of any crime..do that record put me on the no-no list ? So a misdemeanor with no jail time is not an automatic disqualification. Im good for quite a few more years as I just renewed my LTC this year but eventually itll be up for Renewal again and I dont want to find out that I bought a house in a town that is difficult. If you enjoy the forum please consider supporting it by signing up for aNES Membership The benefits pay for the membership many times over. I honest to friggin GOD hope it takes 91 days. You could try, but since you have previously been denied they may decide that you are unsuitable for a license. It is unlikely, however, that the local PD will approve a license to someone holding a card without restricting it and barring that person from being able to conceal carry. I have a dwi from 1999 on my record in NH. Its my understanding that I will not get approved with fingerprints. It would depend if you went before a judge to determine the case. It doesnt matter if your record was sealed. But I was arrested in 09 in Florida for assault and battery also not convicted and I had a restraining order in 2011 dropped after a week. She says she needs one year without her Medical Card and she is clear. Thank god no one died . Hi there! Friends who were in the same boat had it come in around 2 months. Does holding the prior mass ltc make the process any easier for getting a mass non resident ltc without restrictions? I would appreciate your opinion on that issue. Do I need to complete this since I am renewing my license, and Im not sure what I should list. I am guessing when you move to nh your mass ltc is no longer valid. of Mental Health (Email) Its much more involved than an employment background check. My town requires 2 letters of recommendation. 1. they have a very pro gun attitude and will help you each step of the way, they will even take your picture there and on electronic fingerprint. OVER 21 YEARS OLD:Apply for the License to Carry, Class A. AGES 15-20:You will be stuck with a FID card, but can upgrade to a License to Carry at age 21. I am looking into buying a home in another town on the south coast but I am concerned about running into a town that is opposed to carrying. Finally the commonwealth dismissed all charges . When asked about convictions I have none but what do i put down for arrests? Now another question I served probation and was not incarcerated would that make a difference because it was not a violence, oui, or drug offense, Oh I forgot to mention my probation that I served was over almost 10 years ago and I have had no trouble since. Hi there, I heard Foxborough changed from red to green? Witness actually means that the person signing that is attesting to the fact that he/she witnessed you sign the form. Good luck. The Personal Protection Outside the Home is an NRA course. TRY BEFORE YOU BUY Many new gun owners often find themselves completely overwhelmed when deciding what handgun they want to purchase when they are first starting out in the gun world. I would assume the criteria would be somewhat similar. To become a CO you need to obtain a LTC. To make this short for you. Just get the license to carry. If you are looking to obtain a Massachusetts License to Carry Firearms (LTC) or a Firearms Identification Card (FID) you must complete the following steps. I am relocating to the area (from a state where I currently have a CCW permit) for a job. This is a very informative page. 1. You likely can just put All lawful purposes as the reason. It took 8 months of pestering the Westford PD to get a response and the chef would not return calls. Thanks. Edit last made 3/4/20. Good luck. A Massachusetts Basic Firearms Safety Course certificate You may need: An in-person appearance A visa or copy of immigration card Fees How to apply By mail In person + Next steps Resident Firearms License Application Processing Your application will be processed by your local licensing authority. IMO this person should never carry a gun in public for so called needed protection. on the application it asks have you ever had a LTC before and what was the permit number.. What to expect in my firearms license interview : r/massachusetts - Reddit Do not omit anything from you past as it will result in a denial. Since you are active you can use your DD-214 to apply in Chicopee. The charge was dismissed with a disposition of non conviction after my wife spoke with the DA and explained that it was just an argument. Hello Patty. So can I apply in the future for the LTC . Good luck. I tried to call and ask but after 10 phone calls still have yet to have someone pick up. If you took the course with us, and need a replacement certificate or class, just reach out to us directly and well get you squared away. I have a question. I couldnt really say. They all said pretty much same thing that the charges were dismissed so no Im not a prohibited person but they might deny me on unsuitability. It might just be taking a while. in other words you done messed up a few too many times and are on the radar. I also Had my Utah Multi-State concealed carry permit but let it lapse so I am taking this class again with the Mass Basic class. They said I needed to take a Personal Protection Outside the Home course, then apply. Is this something you would recommend? However, when your local PD runs your record they may find elect to deem (you) unsuitable for the license. he's a NON resident. There arent any further safety courses that are necessary for the application, but some PDs look more favorably on those that have taken additional training. Attaching a copy of the dismissal would be a good idea, since theyll likely ask about it when you put in your application. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. You shouldnt need it. Leave us a comment below and we will answer them! I heard you do not have to write a letter to the chief anymore if your looking for a unrestricted license. Youd be best to contact your local PD to see if theyll accept the certificate. Since you will basically be applying for a fresh license, the fact that you used to have an FID wont mean much. Apply for a firearms license | Mass.gov I know you said that a person would probably get a license, but wont be able to purchase a firearm. Step 4: Receive an email confirmation of the receipt of your application along with an interview date and time that you need to appear in Chelsea, MA. Hey thanks for being able to ask a question . She logged into a computer and they digitally fingerprinted me while he and I joked around about me looking like a criminal (I do not look like a criminal or shady at all and was dressed in a nice polo) and then he transmitted my application as soon as we were done and told me I should get a call from them in about 4 weeks when my LTC came back from the state. I was denied .y LTC with my local PD because I was untruthful question for arrest answered yes but didnt explain I then was told to have Cori check done on Myself & re submit a new applucation with the Cori got my Cori with no sumary on it because my local court house doesnt have records & I do have arrests what do I do now. Is it possible they messed up and looked at the wrong person. Is it likely Ill take the time get the training but still not get it? I'm a former LEO. I heard I cant be a consumer of marijuana and own a gun, but I dont see the question asked on the application. And the rest of the process will take as long as it takes. 1. Good luck! And I did not have to go to Chelsea this year. Respectfully, This sounds very involved. However, I'm not sure what to expect from their version of the interviewing process other than fingerprinting. WTF is with you guys? So what do I do now I never had any record at all in my life I keep to myself and theres no reason whatsoever to keep it from me but they are and I dont know what to do. I do not own any guns. Im looking to apply for my Ltc. Hello Im currently a FL resident, and have my concealed carry permit for the state. J R. Hello. Thanks. Will that disqualify me from obtaining a license? Massachusetts Department of Criminal Justice Information Services The job will be located in Natick, MA. When questioned further, she said it should be quicker but that they want to set the furthest expectations. In this case, your best bet would be to contact your local police department and speak to either the chief or the officer processing firearms license applications. Ron. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Hello. It has now been over 90 days since I applied and no word. The person conducting the interview said that the license would be issued within 90 days. I'm just making sure I'm prepared. Mine took 123 days from Chelsea interview to receiving it in the mail. SAP Data Migration - SAP LTMC and LTMOM / LSMW vs LTMC I recently did a CORI check on myself and there was no records to be found. If they ask why you are looking for a license, just say something along the lines of personal protection and other uses. In MA, a guilty conviction on a DUI is a dis-qualifier when you apply for the license. The order was totally bogus, and at that time I was and didnt bother to fight it. Be sure to enter theFirst Round Academy May Giveaway ***Sig Sauer P365XL 9mm with safety***. Your attorney would be better able to answer that question than us. There is a whole thread in under the mass laws forum that you could look at. I have to meet the officer in charge of firearms licenses (I have no criminal record. There still might be an issue since its likely left their hands at this point and it at the state for the background check. (Im 43 now, & havent had any problems since.) Thanks I would have your lawyer go through the paperwork and make sure it is being filled out correctly. Id recommend reaching out to your local police department and see what they would need you to do before you submit an application. As the police department told my lawyer. You are at the mercy of the department processing your paperwork. I want to upgrade to an LTC but I am afraid due to the strict laws. But if you arent truthful on the application, they can deny you the license because of it. young and took the license to carry course with Boston Firearms w/ live fire. LTC Unrestricted . The only thing I can recommend is keep attempting to contact the PD. LTMOM will allow us to create additional fields and customization fields in the source structure and, mapped to the target structure. I asked a simple question and get attacked. Good luck! The person conducting the interview said that the license would be issued within 90 days. What would be the best reason to May 11, 2016. I took my firearms safety course. My opinion on this would be for him to apply for an out-of-state license, rather than try for an actual resident license. I doubt that a charge like that would result in a denial. Hello. I havent got the letter yet waiting for it to give to my lawyer, but pretty sure my denial was based on suitability because I was arrested in Jan 2019 for carrying a loaded shotgun and possession of class d with intent to distribute. Her latest kick is to join the Trump supporters and start kicking some ass as she says. Thank you . I dont know that he could even obtain a MA drivers license since hes not a MA resident. What if i dont have one. I was interested in applying for my LTC. Any recommendations in case this comes up at the interview? I live in Burlington ma. That can assist with the process, but other than that you are pretty much guaranteed a restricted license. They can still restrict you if they so desire, but as long as you havent had any further interactions with law enforcement I dont think it would count too much against you. For you Non Res guys. I was upfront on my application, no felonies just a couple hiccups from years ago. 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