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Massachusetts Suppressors & Silencers Laws (2026)

Restricted: BANNED for civilians. Under M.G.L. c.269 10A it is a felony (up to 5 years) for anyone other than a federally licensed manufacturer or law-enforcement officer to possess a firearm silencer.

RestrictedVerified Jul 18, 2026

BANNED for civilians. Under M.G.L. c.269 10A it is a felony (up to 5 years) for anyone other than a federally licensed manufacturer or law-enforcement officer to possess a firearm silencer. A federal NFA stamp does NOT make it legal.

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