I don't think everyone is current on the laws as well. I have an old FID that expired in 2004. A few LEO's said that since there is such a big backup on licenses, it was still good for another 2 years. Being that, I was put off on renewing until I decided that I think I have waited long enough. Since the LTC is the same price as a FID, I went for the class A. I wasn't even thinking about a LTC until the Sergant in Westboro said "you might as well".
Not sure who or what to believe but until I get a valid card, I have put off all hunting and shooting related activites on hold. Call me paranoid but I transferred the one shotgun that I own away until I am legal again.