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I currently hold a North Carolina CCW Permit and will be vacationing in Boston early next month. NC and MA do not have reciprocity. Does anyone know of a LEGAL way for me to take my pistol and carry it?
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You can try and apply for a permit...
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Massachusetts Info
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I don't know of a way. Vehicle carry of a handgun by a traveler w/o a Massachusetts carry license is prohibited. Handguns may only be transported by travelers who are "passing through" the state under provisions of McClure-Volkmer Act of 1986. Unfortunately for gun owners, Massachusettes reflects Ted Kennedy's politics when it comes laws reguarding firearms.
"The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people; it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government".
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You have to apply in person and there is a wait. Won't do me much good.Originally Posted by gdm320
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Unfortunately, with your extremely truncated time frame, you're pretty much up the proverbial tributary without a workable means of propulsion.
As Roy said, we can thank some horribly liberal politicians in what is otherwise a wonderful state for some terrible laws.
If only the national reciprocity bill had passed through Congress. 2 votes short... sounds like some of those senators need to be voted out.
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"""Section 131F. A Class A or Class B temporary license to carry firearms or feeding devices or ammunition
therefor, within the commonwealth, may be issued by the colonel of state police, or persons authorized by
him, to a nonresident or any person not falling within the jurisdiction of a local licensing authority or to an
alien that resides outside the commonwealth for purposes of firearms competition and subject to such terms
and conditions as said colonel may deem proper;""
No way to have them with you...unless just passing through and locked-unloaded and in the trunk....
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MA laws makes IL look like a gun state. For all practical purposes you are out of luck having a gun in Boston.
During my corporate days I made hundreds of trips to Boston. It's a fun city, with great resturants......
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The state of MA doesn't even honor the federal Interstate Travel concerning handguns. If you live in CT with a permit and want to drive to VT (where you are ALSO allowed to possess handguns) you are up the creed w/o a paddle. The only cases that you can get away with are for an advertised competition in which you are participating, antique exhibitions, or hunting with the proper license. I would love to use a few ranges in MA and it's not even allowed if you disassemble the gun, lock it up and keep it in the trunk.
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gtifreak04 is correct we deal with this issue alot up here in New England and the short answer is no.
But the good news is if you apply now you may be aproved for your vacation next year or the year after that.
In God we trust, Everyone else we monitor...
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I have to wonder what percentage of MA applications are actually approved? I've never applied..... and don't intend to...... but I assumed you had to have a very good reason and that "personal defense" would not be sufficient.
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I thought ALL states had to honor the FOPA of 1986.
"The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people; it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government".
Patrick Henry
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Make sure you check out the Old North Church,and Paul Reveres home while there.
A nice walk around the North end ,will rekindle your sense of Patriotism,and leave you wondering how This country,this state in particular,has devolved into the apathetic group of whiners our populace has become!
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Legally they do, but I wouldn't take a gun anywhere near MA unless you're prepared with a good lawyer. If you get stopped with a firearm in the state you're not going to have a good day. If you do take a gun into MA, make sure that you have a magazine that has a top cap. of 10 rounds. Anything else and they will file charges for a felony.
The City of Boston has additional laws on top of the standard state laws.
Out of State MA permits cost $100; you must apply in person and they expire in 1 year. Hardly worth the $$ IMO.
Here's the official info: Gun Laws - Executive Office of Public Safety
NorthEast Shooters is a good sounding board if you are looking for more in depth info, most of the guys/gals there are residents.
Northeastshooters.com New England's Premier Shooting Forum
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If you are "passing through" and the handgun and mag.are properly stored, you are legal if you are bound for a jurisdiction where possession of such weapon is legal. My G26 or G30SF only have a 10 round mag.
Last edited by Roy McC; August 4th, 2009 at 08:55 PM. Reason: correction
"The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people; it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government".
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For what it's worth, I've flown into and out of Logan with a declared unloaded firearm in my checked luggage and had no problems with the Massachusetts State Police contingent at the airport.
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