Summary
Massachusetts is not a traditional open carry state, but it is not a crime for Class A License holders to open carry. However, it is reported that some jurisdictions will use this as an excuse to revoke permits.
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| Legal Disclaimer |
We make every effort to provide correct information on this site. However, the legal landscape surrounding open carry is fluid and subject to a myriad of political influences in the various states. Therefore, any and all information you glean from this site should be independently verified! |
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| State Constitution |
Declaration of Rights, Part I, Article XVII
The people have a right to keep and bear arms for the common defense. And as, in the time of peace, armies are dangerous to liberty, they ought not to be maintained without the consent of the legislature; and the military power shall always be held in an exact subordination to the civil authority, and be governed by it. |
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| Minimum Age to OC |
No Statutory Limit |
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| Preemption |
There is NO state preemption of firearms laws.
NOTE: Almost all states allow local regulation of the discharge of firearms |
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| Open Car Carry |
You may NOT open carry in a car. |
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| Private Sales |
Not Yet Determined |
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| Permit Issued |
Not Yet Determined |
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| K-12 Carry |
Not Yet Determined
NOTE: The Federal Gun-Free School Zones Act Restricts Carry to Permit Holders |
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| College Carry |
Carry Prohibited by Statute
NOTE: Even if Legal, Students May be Subject to Academic Sanctions |
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| Places Off Limits |
Currently Being Researched
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