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One of the duties of the Wareham Police Department is processing applications for firearms licensing. In addition, once a License To Carry is issued, the police department manages that permit until its expiration. Below is the process to obtain a Massachusetts Firearms License to Carry.
New Applicants
• Complete an approved Massachusetts Firearms Safety Course or a Massachusetts Hunter Safety Course (visit www.mass.gov. for a list of instructors)
• Complete the Massachusetts Firearms Application
• Send the following items with the application:
• Copy of MA Driver’s License or State Issued ID
• Proof of residency in the Town of Wareham (examples are: Utility bill, rental agreement, cell phone bill, bank statement, credit card bill, most recent excise tax bill)
• Proof of Citizenship – a birth certificate or US Passport. Naturalization Certificate or Green Card if you are a resident alien.
• Application fee- $100.00 check made payable to the Town of Wareham.
• Once these items are received, the department will contact you for an appointment to be fingerprinted, which is a requirement.
As the result of the Coronavirus emergency, new applicants will see a delay in processing. The department is finally able to start fingerprinting applicants. We ask that you remain patient and be aware we are processing applicants as fast as possible.
Renewal Applicants
You need everything listed above except the Safety Course Certificate. The fee is waived if you are over 70 years old.
All applications and supporting documentation shall be mailed to:
Wareham Police Department
2515 Cranberry Highway
Wareham, MA 02571
As a reminder, answer all questions honestly or you will be denied a License to Carry. If you have any further questions don’t hesitate to contact the police department directly.
