The North Reading Police Chief is the issuing authority for License to Carry Firearms and Firearms Identification Cards to residents of North Reading and people who own a business within the Town of North Reading.
Information on requirements and other firearms related questions can be found here:
Please email Sgt. O’Leary to notify of the application drop-off
If you want a NEW LTC/FID (first time applicant):
Minimum age of 15 for FID, 21 for LTC
You must complete a Massachusetts State Police certified basic safety course.-
Once you have completed the safety course, email Sgt. O’Leary at soleary@nrpd.org for an appointment. Appointments are required by law for first-time applicants.
If you are RENEWING your current or expired LTC/FID:
You can drop off a completed application and payment to the police station.-
Payment is required; the Town only accepts checks or money orders made payable to the Town of North Reading for $100 (renewals are free if you are 70 years or older).
A secure drop box is located in the police station lobby to the left of the dispatch window for renewal applications w/payments.
