Massachusetts Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Which of the following firearms does Massachusetts law classify as a 'large capacity weapon'?

1. Any shotgun capable of holding more than 5 rounds

2. A rifle with a fixed magazine capacity exceeding 10 rounds

3. A non-semi-automatic hunting rifle

4. All of the above

The correct answer is: All of the above

In Massachusetts, the term 'large capacity weapon' encompasses firearms that can hold a certain number of rounds. According to the state's gun laws, a shotgun that can hold more than 5 rounds is classified as a large capacity weapon. Additionally, rifles with fixed magazine capacities exceeding 10 rounds also fall under this category. Moreover, while a non-semi-automatic hunting rifle typically does not fit the common definition of large capacity due to its design, if it has a magazine capacity that meets the state's criteria, it could contribute to this classification. Therefore, the inclusion of these various types of firearms under a single classification illustrates Massachusetts’ broader definition of what constitutes a 'large capacity weapon.' Hence, saying that all of these options denote 'large capacity weapons' aligns with the law, making the combined statement accurate.