LTC Ma is the license issued to the residents of Massachusetts who are interested in purchasing or possessing a large capacity handgun, rifle or shotgun. The license has a validity of 6 years although it can be revoked if you break the law. Applying for this license is easy. However, not everyone who submits an application qualifies. Below are some of the things that may keep you from qualifying for the LTC or FID card Ma.
Lacking a gun safety certificate
The first thing that is considered is whether an applicant has completed a recognized Massachusetts gun safety course. It is required by law for every applicant to first complete these courses. They don’t take long. You can take the gun safety courses Ma from a recognized private company or through the local police department. The courses will educate you on the gun laws, teach you how to handle a firearm as well as help you gain confidence handling guns. With the gun safety courses Newton offered by private companies, you will learn more than just the basics. Most private companies teach self-defense and include additional courses that are not required by law.
Underage
Your age is also considered when applying for the gun license Ma. If you are interested in the FID card Massachusetts, you have to be over the age of 15 and with permission from your parent or guardian. For the LTC, the applicant has to be over the age of 21.
Criminal record
Your criminal record can keep you from qualifying for the LTC Ma. If you have ever been convicted of a crime punishable by a prison time of more than 2 years, you will not qualify for the license to carry. If you have been adjudicated a youthful offender, you will also not get the FID. Any applicant that has been involved in a violent crime or violated the gun laws which jail time could have been imposed will not qualify for the gun license. It is always good to work with an attorney to review your options before you submit an application.
Mental health
Your mental health will be looked at when applying for the LTC or FID card Ma. The law clearly states that no one with any mental disorder should be given the license to carry firearm. Therefore, if you have ever been confided to an institution for mental health issues or is under treatment for or confinement for drug addiction or habitual drunkenness, you will not qualify for the license to carry. This is unless you submit an affidavit from your physician which states that the condition no longer applies.
Restraining order
If you are subject to a restraining order, you will not qualify for the LTC. The case is the same if you have any outstanding arrest warrant in any state.
These are the key things that will keep you from qualifying for the gun license Ma. Knowing your limitations in good time will help take action to increase your odds of qualifying for the license.