WHAT IS A SAWED-OFF SHOTGUN?
Pursuant to c. 140121, a sawed-off shotgun is defined as any weapon made from a shotgun, whether by alteration, modification, or otherwise, is such weapon: a. as modified has one or more barrels less than 18 inches in length; or b. as modified has an overall length of less than 26 inches. EDITORS NOTE: Pursuant to c.26910, subsection it is a felony to unlawfully possess or carry a sawed-off shotgun in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 10. WHAT IS A SHOTGUN? Pursuant to c. 140121, A shotgun is defined as a weapon having a smooth bore with a barrel length equal to or greater than 18 inches with an overall length equal to or greater than 26 inches, and capable of discharging a shot or bullet for each pull of the trigger. 11. WHAT DO I NEED TO CARRY A FIREARM? Before a person can lawfully carry a firearm in Massachusetts, they must have a valid license to carry. 12. WHAT DO I NEED TO CARRY A RIFLE OR SHOTGUN? Before a person may lawfully carry either a rifle or shotgun, they must have an
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