Temporary License Applications Process for FID/LTC due to COVID
If you are seeking a new LTC or FID card: Download and fill out the MASS LTC/FID Application from the Mass.gov website.
Mail or drop off (our lobby is still open) the following:
- your completed application,
- a copy of your Mass Firearms Safety Certificate,
- and a check or money order for $100 to the Town of Hanson.
Once we receive all the paperwork and fees we will begin your application process. You will be called with an appointment date and time for your interview and fingerprinting. This allows us to limit everyone’s exposure to COVID and preserve PPE.
If you are renewing an LTC or FID: Fill out the MASS LTC/FID Application, mail or drop off the completed application at the station, and enclose a check for $100 payable to the Town of Hanson. A copy of your current FID/LTC is helpful but not necessary. You will be contacted if we have any questions or issues.
New and Renewals:
We will mail you your new FID/LTC via US Mail. We are currently running at a 6 week or less turn around from the start of the application to you receiving your FID/LTC.
Mailing address:
Hanson Police
775 Main Street
Hanson, MA 02367
Money Orders/Checks:
Payable to: Town of Hanson for $100
Applications are accepted only during scheduled times. You may find our scheduled times each month by checking our Facebook page or by calling 781-293-4625 and selecting extension 6.
Application for New/Renewal of FID Card (Click here for State Firearms Registration/Laws)
Change of Address Notification for FID & LTC form
Firearms Licensing Procedure
Applicants must be citizens of the United States or Lawful Permanent Resident Aliens.
Applicants must be a resident of Hanson or own a business in the Town of Hanson.
After you have completed the steps required, drop off your completed application at the Hanson Police station during the times when the department is accepting applications.
Include the following documentation with the application:
New Applicants
- For a LTC or FID, a copy of your Basic Firearm Safety Certificate or Hunter Safety Certificate.
- If naturalized for citizenship, a copy of your Naturalization Certificate.
- For an FID if you are under 18 years of age, a notarized permission slip signed by a parent or legal guardian.
Renewal Applicants
- A copy of the front and back of your current FID or LTC.
All Applicants
- If the LTC is for employment purposes, a letter from your employer verifying the need for the license.
- If you are a Lawful Permanent Resident Alien, a copy of both sides of your Resident Alien Identification card
- If you are applying as a Business Owner, a copy of proof of ownership
- Proof of residency and a photo identification (e.g. Massachusetts Driver’s License, I.D., or voter registration card)
- Non-refundable application fee. Application fees are payable by MONEY ORDER, or PERSONAL CHECK made payable to the Town of Hanson
LTC/FID – $100.00 (Renewal Applicants 70 years of age or older, there is no charge)
FID – $25.00 (Applicants under the age of 18)
You must answer all the questions truthfully. Pay particular attention to Question # 10: Have you ever appeared in any court as a defendant for any criminal offense (excluding non-criminal traffic offenses)? Some traffic violations are criminal. If you’re unsure, please ask……….
- This includes all adult and juvenile appearances
- This includes a sealed record. (You do not have to report what is in the sealed record) We will be notified if your sealed record disqualifies you from having an FID card or LTC
- It does not matter if you were found not guilty or if the charges were dismissed or continued without a finding.
- Having been arrested and convicted of a crime does not necessarily prohibit you from getting a LTC or FID.
If your LTC/FID is about to expire let us know so we can try to get you renewed before the expiration date.