What Does it Mean to “Press Charges” in Massachusetts?
My name is Matthew W. Peterson and I am a criminal defense, family, firearms, and immigration attorney based in Boston. While I have been working in the legal field for many years now, I know the criminal justice system is anything but intuitive. Being involved in the system can be stressful, overwhelming, and confusing at […]
What is a Large Capacity Firearm in Massachusetts?
A large-capacity firearm is a semi-automatic handgun or rifle that is capable of accepting more than ten rounds a semi-automatic shotgun capable of accepting more than five shotgun shells or an assault weapon What Kind of License Do I Need to Carry a Large-Capacity Firearm? To legally carry, purchase, or transport a large-capacity firearm in Massachusetts, […]