
Will Massachusetts Voters Repeal the New Gun Law in 2026? What Gun Owners Need to Know
Maybe. In November 2026, Massachusetts voters will decide whether to repeal the state’s sweeping new firearms law, H.4885, also known as “An Act Modernizing Firearm

Can You Get a License to Carry in Massachusetts If You’re Under 21? February 2026 Update
No. Massachusetts law requires you to be at least 21 to get a License to Carry (LTC). If you’re 18 to 20, you can apply

Can Marijuana Users Legally Own Guns? The Supreme Court Is About to Decide
Can marijuana users legally own guns? The short answer is: it depends on where you live right now, and the Supreme Court is in the

Does Massachusetts Have the Worst Gun Laws in the Country?
I hear this question all the time. And I’ve got a unique perspective on it. I started my legal career in Alabama. Down there, you

Where Your Gun Is Found Matters: Home vs. Outside in Massachusetts
If you’re facing gun charges in Massachusetts, one question can shape your entire case: where your gun is found? The difference between having an unlicensed

What Happens If the Police Don’t Act on My LTC Application Within 40 Days?
If the police don’t act on your LTC application within 40 days, you don’t automatically get approved—but you do gain the right to file an

LTC Suspensions and Commitments in Massachusetts
Automatic Disqualification After Mental Health or Substance Commitments LTC suspension issues often arise when a person becomes legally ineligible to hold a License to Carry.

Suitability in Massachusetts: What Gun Owners Need to Know in 2026
If you’re applying for a License to Carry (LTC) in Massachusetts, you’ve probably heard the term “suitability” come up. It’s a word that can feel

Understanding Jury Selection: The Critical First Step in Your Trial
When you decide to take your criminal case to trial, the first crucial step happens before the trial technically begins: jury selection. This process, sometimes

Victory in License to Carry Suspension Appeal: Fighting for Facts and Fairness
The Law Office of Matthew W. Peterson is proud to share another victory in a License to Carry suspension appeal for a client whose LTC


