Serialization of Firearms
Effective Sep 26, 2025Mass. Register #1557MGL c. 140, § 121CExecutive Office of Public Safety and Security
(1) Serialization of metal firearms:
- (a) The serial number shall be conspicuously engraved, cast, or otherwise permanently embedded on the frame or receiver of the firearm.
- (b) The serial number shall be placed in a manner that is not susceptible to being readily obliterated, altered, or removed.
- (c) The serial number shall be engraved, cast, or otherwise permanently embedded to a depth of not less than .003 inches.
- (d) The serial number shall be in a print size of not less than 1/16 inches.
(2) Serialization of non-metal firearms:
- (a) The serial number shall be conspicuously engraved, cast, or otherwise permanently embedded on a metal plate.
- (b) The metal plate containing the serial number shall be permanently embedded in the material of the frame or receiver of the firearm.