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How to Apply

Before applying you must meet these requirements
 
  • Must be United States Citizen
  • Must be a Stow resident or business owner in Stow

The Stow police department will conduct a local and national criminal records check. A criminal record may deny you a firearms permit. Any false information on the application will result in the denial of the permit.

  • Certain crimes are automatic reasons for denial, if  you have  reason to believe that you may be denied please contact Stow Police before applying,  if denied, your licensing fee will not be refunded.
  • The Stow Police Department is now participating in the new Massachusetts Instant Records Check System (MIRCS).  This new system provides information directly link with the State, and provides new improved License to Carry and Firearms Identification Cards.
To obtain a LTC/FID please follow these instructions  
 

For First Time License

  • Bring a copy of your gun safety course to the Stow Police Station or email it to stowpolice@stow-ma.gov
  • Bring a copy of your application to the Stow Police Station or email it to stowpolice@stow-ma.gov
  • One of the three MIRCS official will contact you to set up an appointment time
  • Do NOT bring any photos it is not required.

You may also submit your application, picture and payment online by going to this website, https://epay.cityhallsystems.com/selection

After uploading your application and picture you will contacted to come to the police station for fingerprints.

For Renewals

  • Bring a copy of your application to the Stow Police Station or email the application and photo of yourself from shoulders up to  stowpolice@stow-ma.gov
  • You will have submit payment before processing is complete and the license is issued

You may also submit your renewal application, picture and payment online by going to this website, https://epay.cityhallsystems.com/selection

What Happens at the Police Station for first time license issue.
You will be brought into the station and meet with one of our CLO’s.  They will process you in the MIRCS computer system.  They will then take a digital photograph of you.  Take two sets of ink fingerprints. You will be asked for payment for the License or FID per state regulations (see fee schedule below).

Once completed, the Licensing Authority will review your application and complete a criminal background check.  Once completed and passed your license will be approved and you will be mailed the permit and information packet.

Renewals

If you email your application and photo to stowpolice@stow-ma.gov, the Licensing Official will process your application.  Call you to submit a check for the fee, and in 10-12 weeks your LTC/FID will be sent to your house.  Fingerprints in most cases will not have to be retaken or,

You may also submit your application, picture and payment online by going to this website, https://epay.cityhallsystems.com/selection

The fees are as follows - No cash is accepted at the police station, to pay in cash you must go to the Town Treasurer Department and bring a receipt to the PD - checks made payable to "Town of Stow" are accepted at the police station.

  • Dealers License (including Gunsmiths): $100.00
  • License to Sell Ammunition: $100.00
  • Firearms Identification Card: $100.00
  • Firearms Identification Card - Restricted (Chemical Propellant Only): $25.00.
  • (No charge for renewal applications for “Restricted” FID Cards)
  • License to Carry Firearms: $100.00
  • (Includes license to possess machine guns)
  • Permits to Purchase: $100.00
  • Non-Resident and Non-Resident Alien: $100.00
  • Resident Alien: $100.00
  • No charge for residents over 70 years old

Any Questions Please Call 978-897-4545