MA MGL Statutory Schema
Compliance Matrix • Precision Point Firearms • Mar-2026
Safety Training
& Live-Fire
c.140 §131P
Mandatory for all new LTC/FID applicants. Must include a live-fire session with an MSP-certified instructor. Proof of proficiency is required for application submission.
LTC & FID
Suitability
c.140 §131
Now “Shall Issue.” Licensing authorities may only deny based on “reliable, articulable evidence” of risk. Licenses remain valid for 6 years.
Privately Made
Firearms (PMF)
c.140 §121B/C
All PMFs (80% frames, 3D prints) must be serialized via the DCJIS portal by Oct 2, 2026. 3D prints require a 3.7oz stainless steel plate for engraving.
Assault-Style
Roster
c.140 §131¾
Prohibits “Copycat” operating systems. Legacy clause protects firearms legally owned/registered before Aug 1, 2024, for possession and transfer within MA.
Magazine
Compliance
c.269 §10F
Max 10-round capacity. 11+ round mags are strictly prohibited unless confirmed Pre-Ban (manufactured before Sept 13, 1994). No post-ban “pinned” mags allowed.
Sensitive
Carry Areas
c.269 §10(j)
Carry is banned in Schools, Polling Places, and Government Buildings. Residential/private property carry requires “express consent” in some zones.
Storage &
Security
c.140 §131L
Firearms must be in a locked container or secured with a mechanical lock when not under your direct control. Penalties increase if minors are present.
Antique &
Black Powder
c.140 §121
Exempt from Roster/Storage but LTC/FID required for powder/primers. Retailers often refuse direct-to-door shipping to MA addresses.
Private
Transfers
c.140 §128A
Limited to 4 transfers per calendar year. All sales must be reported via the E-FA10 portal within 7 days. Seller must validate Buyer’s license online.
Official Statutory Notice
The 2024/2025 “Act Modernizing Firearms Laws” has overhauled MGL c. 140 and c. 269. Most significantly, Live-Fire training is now a non-negotiable requirement for first-time LTC/FID issuance as of March 2026.
RETAIL NOTICE: Direct shipping of muzzleloaders is heavily restricted by merchants; FFL processing at our Woburn location is recommended. Possession of black powder/percussion caps requires a valid MA license.
This dashboard is for educational reference only and is not a substitute for legal advice. Statutes are subject to change by legislative session or administrative enforcement notice. Always verify local ordinances before transport.
Contact your State Representative regarding active bills or visit the official MSP Licensing portal for curriculum updates.
It is a common source of frustration for enthusiasts in Massachusetts: the Approved Handgun Roster is less a menu of what’s available and more a historical archive of what has ever passed the state’s lab testing.
As of the March 2026 update, the gap between “Approved” and “Available” is wider than ever. Here is a breakdown of the active vs. legacy status of the roster:
The Production Gap (Est. March 2026)
| Category | Total Roster SKUs (Approx.) | Active Production (%) | Status Note |
| Glock | 65+ | ~10% | Mostly Legacy (Gen3/4/5). Only Gen6 (V-Series) and Slimline are current. |
| Smith & Wesson | 200+ | ~55% | High active count due to M&P M2.0 and Revolver lines, but includes many discontinued “Third Gen” autos. |
| Sig Sauer | 120+ | ~40% | Dominated by P320/P365 variants; many P226/P229 legacy SKUs remain. |
| Ruger | 90+ | ~50% | Mix of active Mark IV/LCP lines and legacy SR-series or older revolvers. |
Why the Roster is “Inflated”
The roster currently contains roughly 1,100 to 1,300 unique entries across all manufacturers. However, it is estimated that fewer than 450 of those are in active commercial production today.
- The “Zombie” Entries: Once a gun is tested and added, it rarely leaves the list. You’ll see models like the Glock 17 Gen3 or S&W SW99—guns that haven’t been the primary production focus for years (or a decade)—sitting right next to the brand-new 2026 releases.
- The Glock Paradox: Glock is the most extreme example. While dozens of Glocks are “Approved,” as of this month, mainstream production has shifted almost entirely to the Gen6 (V-Series). Most Gen5 models (like the G49) were phased out in early 2026, yet they remain on the roster.
- The “Frame Transfer” Filter: the “Active” list is even smaller because many active-production guns (like the new Gen6 Glocks) still require a frame transfer to bypass the AG’s separate “Consumer Protection” regulations, even though they are on the EOPSS Roster.
March 2026 “True Active” Highlights
If you are looking for what is actually hitting shelves as a complete, new-in-box unit this month:
- S&W: The new Mountain Gun (No-Lock) revolvers and the Shield X.
- Sig Sauer: The P211 GTO (Double-stack 1911 using P320 mags).
- Walther: The PDP Compact 4″ (finally added to the primary roster).
- Springfield: The 1911 DS Prodigy Comp models.