Have you seen some of the BS requirements in Sherborn?
http://www.sherbornma.org/Pages/SherbornMA_Police/firearms
Read that one closely.
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http://www.sherbornma.org/Pages/SherbornMA_Police/firearms
All “New Applicants” must demonstrate his/her knowledge in the care and proper handling of firearms. In order to satisfy this requirement, the applicant must submit a letter/certificate from a Certified Instructor, who has been approved by the issuing authority, with his/her application certifying the applicant’s qualifications. Such letter/certificate shall attest to the applicant’s completion of a course on firearms use and safety. Such course must have been completed within six months prior to the date of application.
Read that one closely.
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3. The Chief of Police, or his designee, shall conduct a personal interview with all applicants prior to the issuance or denial of any license. The purpose of this interview is to clarify any matters still in doubt, to determine if there is an actual need for the carrying of a firearm, and in general to assist in the determination if the applicant shall be granted a license to carry a firearm.