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Mon May 16, 2016 3:42 pm
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Mon Aug 31, 2015 3:54 pm
Crime Statistics: CHL v. General Population
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Charles L. Cotton »
Wed Aug 06, 2008 2:22 pm
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CHLs have proven themselves to be responsible and law-abiding and the public deserves to know that the unscrupulous scare tactics used by opponents...
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2015 Crime Stats have been published by DPS:
Charles Cotton's analysis of the 2015 Crime Stats:
Thanks to all of my fellow LTC/CHL holders for...
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Last post by bblhd672
Wed Oct 26, 2016 9:14 am
Cities improperly posting 30.06 signs?
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Charles L. Cotton »
Wed Feb 16, 2005 3:08 pm
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Please post the details of any city or other governmental entity or agency that is posting 30.06 signs where they are not warranted by Texas statute....
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I just quit caring. I carry anyway. I've seen all sorts of weird signs at county buildings in Denton county where I live. The only place I try to be...
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Last post by ScottDLS
Thu May 11, 2023 7:48 pm
Post Office Law Suit to Repeal Carry Rule
Replies: 278
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chuckybrown »
Thu Nov 25, 2010 8:10 am
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Found this on another board, forgive me if it's a re-post:
onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;
I wish them luck, it sure would be nice...
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I thought it wasn't federal property but there was some kind of rule=law provision as the are acting under auspices of a federal agency. Been a...
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Last post by Dragonfighter
Sat Dec 17, 2022 9:48 am
How to report improper §30.06 signs
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Charles L. Cotton »
Tue Jun 02, 2015 10:37 am
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SB273 that prohibits governmental entities and agencies from posting unenforceable 30.06 signs, or otherwise giving notice under §30.06, goes into...
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Legally yes you can. If the signage is absent or improperly posted it is legally invalid and you can carry on the premises. The problem is that few...
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Last post by WildRose
Mon Apr 01, 2019 12:10 am
New online CHL application & procedures
Replies: 164
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Charles L. Cotton »
Thu May 13, 2010 8:26 pm
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Here is an update on changes to the application process.
People applying for their first CHL can either apply online, or they can use packets their...
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I'm aware of what the law states and I'm also aware of how many people have done it in the past.
All you need to establish residency in another...
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Last post by WildRose
Mon Sep 10, 2018 9:54 pm
DPS Processing Times
Replies: 640
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Charles L. Cotton »
Wed Mar 12, 2008 10:18 am
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A new thread thread is being started so I can have recent information to use in 2009. In addition to posting your processing times, it would be very...
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Plastic in hand today. Total days mailbox to mailbox 63.
NEW OR RENEWAL: New
NAME: Mack
DATE A COMPLETE APPLICATION RECEIVED BY DPS: 1/28/2013
DATE...
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Last post by mackbymack
Thu Mar 28, 2013 4:12 pm
Who can carry past a 51% sign?
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Vol Texan »
Sat Apr 13, 2024 9:51 pm
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Question for the smarter legal types here on the forum:
Is it legal for the owner of the 51% establishment to carry there? Or the manager?
I'm...
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I believe this thread has the info you are seeking.. especially post #10
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Last post by RoyGBiv
Mon Apr 15, 2024 5:51 am
Pistol mounted optics questions
Replies: 23
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Vol Texan »
Sun Oct 01, 2023 2:44 pm
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John Correia says if you're still shooting iron sights in 2023 then you're Gun Amish .
So I'm planning to get some handgun optics for my EDC, and I...
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This is a pistol and red dot set up that I bought last year to give my daughter. A SCCY DVG-1 9mm and Riton X3 Tactix MPRD 2 Micro Red Dot 3MOA -...
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Last post by puma guy
Fri Apr 12, 2024 7:09 pm
Ft. Worth Zoo Posted?
Replies: 4
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carlson1 »
Sat Mar 30, 2024 11:33 pm
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I searched the Forum and I know I have seen this answer, but can’t find it. Is the Ft. Worth Zoo poster and if it is posted is it legal?
TIA
Carl
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This is music my ears.
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Last post by carlson1
Sun Mar 31, 2024 8:28 pm
Dallas World Aquarium posted 30.06?
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bluelineman »
Thu Jul 12, 2007 10:44 pm
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Does anybody know if the Dallas World Aquarium is posted 30.06 or have metal detectors that they make you go through? Thanks.
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Visited today, still posted 30.07 only
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Last post by Grayling813
Sat Mar 30, 2024 3:14 pm
Juiceland in Lakeway TX: I don’t think so
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eddieconcarne »
Sun Mar 10, 2024 11:35 pm
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Saw this on the door at the Juiceland in Lakeway. Doesn’t look like a 30.05 to me. I don’t usually open carry but I think I’ll be making a visit soon.
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Under current theory, sign would be enforceable for (open) permitless carry, and would result in verbal notification for LTC. Concealed is...
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Last post by JustSomeOldGuy
Fri Mar 15, 2024 11:33 am
Regaining LTC/CHL after criminal charges dropped
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MojoTexas »
Sun Feb 04, 2024 11:51 am
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Short summary is that I was arrested for assault family violence over a year ago. I was completely innocent of the charges, but my LTC was revoked...
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Less than 1 month after disposition they tried to send your license back to you..
Kudos again to DPS for staying on top of such things. :thumbs2:...
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Last post by RoyGBiv
Tue Mar 05, 2024 10:32 am
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Last post by Rafe
Tue Feb 20, 2024 4:17 pm
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Last post by Rafe
Sat Jan 27, 2024 4:58 pm
Official DPS stats on LTC for 2023
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Paladin »
Wed Jan 17, 2024 2:17 pm
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The number of LTCs has slightly declined and the number of instructors has slightly increased since last year.
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The LEO could perform a Terry Stop , but would have to have more justification than just what you were wearing.
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Last post by oohrah
Mon Jan 22, 2024 9:21 am
Time from 'Print Pending'
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DaveT »
Tue Jan 16, 2024 11:55 am
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Howdy everyone.
Haven't logged on here in a long time, way too many back surgeries have kept me busy. 24 to date, the last one left me with titanium...
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In answer to your question, last year when I renewed mine it was about 10 days from print pending to mailed. Then another 3 days.
Prayers for your...
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Last post by RPBrown
Wed Jan 17, 2024 7:32 am
Becoming the Civilian Defender
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Paladin »
Fri Jan 12, 2024 9:39 pm
This is an older article from 2016, but still thought provoking. I don't know that I completely agree with everything, but there are some good...
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Last post by Paladin
Fri Jan 12, 2024 9:39 pm
Ammo prices going up
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LDB415 »
Wed Jan 10, 2024 4:44 pm
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Grab your wallet.
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SGAmmo has been warning about this for weeks.
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Last post by Grayling813
Thu Jan 11, 2024 7:31 pm
Spare magazine owb at posted business
Replies: 38
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gamboolman »
Sat Nov 25, 2023 6:31 pm
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Can you carry spare magazine(s) owb at posted business in texas
Thanks, gamboolman
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If I remember correctly, in that study the prisoners also said if they saw a 1911 in an officer's holster, they knew he was a skilled gun guy and...
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Last post by Excaliber
Wed Jan 10, 2024 7:57 am
Frustration at 30.06 signage
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TexasTornado »
Sun May 28, 2017 4:07 pm
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Today I busted the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas. The location is properly posted with both 30.06 and 30.07 signage which it clearly...
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I apologize for not being clear on this point. I took a shortcut with my language when I said does not have to be negated. Since I had pointed out in...
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Last post by srothstein
Sat Dec 30, 2023 9:38 pm
30.06/30.07 on County Annex
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carlson1 »
Sun Dec 24, 2023 9:08 pm
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Is it or is it not illegal to post a 30.07/30.06 sign on a Constable/Tax Office Annex for the County? The JP Office is in a totally separate building...
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This is a Smith County Substation in Precinct 2 on Hwy 155 south. Can you email the Texas AG’s Office? Will that do any good or is it a waste of time?
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Last post by carlson1
Tue Dec 26, 2023 12:05 am
Underage Question
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cowhow »
Wed Sep 20, 2023 3:23 pm
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I recently sold a Glock on Texas Gun Trader and was approached by an individual that was not yet 21. His claim was it's legal to sell to anyone 18...
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Yeah, sorry, I wasn’t very clear. Concealed carry only on college campuses. 18 to 21 with LTC can carry open or concealed.
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Last post by Tex1961
Wed Dec 20, 2023 3:37 pm
Israeli Carry wins a fight
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Paladin »
Wed Nov 29, 2023 3:10 pm
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Gangster shootout in New York. WARNING GRAPHIC/LANGUAGE
WARNING GRAPHIC/LANGUAGE
More details:
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Ha! Love a story with a happy ending.
So a side story about my experience Israeli carrying . I took the Rangemaster Combative Pistols class at the...
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Last post by Jose_in_Dallas
Wed Nov 29, 2023 5:18 pm
Tannahill's Tavern & Music Hall FTW Stockyards Carry?
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RoyGBiv »
Tue Nov 14, 2023 4:58 pm
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Anyone been to a concert here recently?
TABC Gun Sign is BLUE
Texas3006 mentions metal detectors and improperly posted signs.
Looking for some...
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My concern regarding trespass is standing in the lobby arguing with both security and FWPD that the place is owned by the City and the operators only...
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Last post by RoyGBiv
Thu Nov 16, 2023 2:05 pm
Defensive carry/trigger enhancement kits
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Tacomaman »
Thu Nov 09, 2023 4:24 pm
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This is a question for attorney's. Are trigger enhancement kits or as Cajun Gun Works calls them, standard package(for defensive carry) problematic...
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I can agree with this concept in theory, but with a little modification it could be a sound idea. I would never go into a combat situation with a...
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Last post by srothstein
Mon Nov 13, 2023 9:21 am
Will Rogers Auditorium Carry?
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RoyGBiv »
Fri Oct 27, 2023 4:42 am
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Going to a comedy show at the Auditorium tonight and Texas3006.com has some conflicting information....
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A few posts about 51% and metal...
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Here's an unclear answer to my question....
I decided to leave the gun in the car, rather than risking the walk back...
1. There were no posted...
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Last post by RoyGBiv
Sun Oct 29, 2023 12:35 pm
Obtaining Permission letters from Corps of Engineers
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Greybeard »
Tue Aug 31, 2021 8:42 am
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In checking in for the first time in a long time at texasguntalk, I came across a thread that will likely be of great interest to many here.
The...
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That would make sense, since the ACE is a federal agency and per federal law, LTC holders can carry in National forests, etc. But may not enter...
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Last post by Tex1961
Fri Oct 27, 2023 3:55 pm
Don't forget to carry Friday.
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Paladin »
Thu Oct 12, 2023 9:41 pm
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Better to carry and not need it than need it and not carry.
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No charges against a man who was attacked near a pro Palestinian protest in Skokie. He fired his gun in the air. Had an Illinois CHP.
Other Jews...
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Last post by philip964
Thu Oct 26, 2023 6:52 pm
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Last post by Paladin
Tue Oct 24, 2023 1:51 pm
Banks and CHL
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by
LDB415 »
Wed Oct 05, 2022 10:50 am
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I went to my bank today and they've posted 05/06/07. I can understand 07 and maybe 05 but not 06. Anyway, are there any banks left, hopefully around...
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Twice in my lifetime I have had a gun in my face. And you're correct it is a life changing experience.
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Last post by puma guy
Sat Oct 14, 2023 9:50 am
Reaction Time
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howdy »
Tue Oct 03, 2023 1:41 pm
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I found this video in my files and it is a good review of reaction time.
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rlol
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Last post by C-dub
Thu Oct 12, 2023 3:12 pm
Texas State Fair Carry Rules
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rcg917 »
Thu Aug 31, 2023 9:48 am
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Just saw this about the Texas State Fair in case anyone was wondering-
Weapons: Only those with a handgun license to carry are allowed a firearm...
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I would like to hear from a LTC holder that has gone this year to the fair. How is the new metal detectors effect my path to DPD?
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Last post by carlson1
Fri Sep 29, 2023 7:54 pm
elderly apartment complex
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tommyg »
Sat Sep 02, 2023 4:18 pm
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My girl friend had a serious case of cancer. She needed chemo therapy and surgery. Due to her extensive medical needs (she was in frail condition...
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Also...
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Last post by RoyGBiv
Sat Sep 02, 2023 4:42 pm
Back issues
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tommyg »
Fri Sep 01, 2023 8:35 pm
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I'm seeing a therapist over some Serious issues with back pain I have to wear a heavy brace on my back in order to be able to walk.
There is a small...
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When my back goes out (7 back surgeries and over 100 procedures) I wear a shoulder holster or pocket carry and S&W J Frame. I never was comfortable...
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Last post by carlson1
Sat Sep 02, 2023 2:51 am
"Potentially addicted" per my doctor
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couzin »
Mon Aug 28, 2023 8:03 pm
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I will try to make this short. I have been on a low dose (.5mg) of Clonazepam (Klonopin) for ten years because I have REM sleep disturbances...
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I think the key may be sustained release melatonin . At least that's the suggestion I've seen some recommendations for.
Something that eases it into...
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Last post by LabRat
Tue Aug 29, 2023 11:00 pm
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Last post by surprise_i'm_armed
Tue Aug 29, 2023 2:41 pm
John Wayne Experience / FW Stockyards
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C-dub »
Sun Aug 20, 2023 7:14 pm
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I have some friends coming down from Ohio in October. I've checked the 30.06 site and the location at 2501 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth, TX 76164, does...
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Excellent! Thank you
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Last post by C-dub
Sun Aug 27, 2023 1:41 pm
Renewal qual
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by
thetexan »
Thu Aug 24, 2023 2:25 pm
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Do I have to re qualify for my instructor renewal with just a semi auto or do I also have to use a revolver?
Tex
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:iagree:
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Last post by Tex1961
Fri Aug 25, 2023 7:29 am
Quick question about 30.05
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by
The Annoyed Man »
Sun Jul 30, 2023 10:05 am
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I’m embarrassed to admit this, but I just realized that I do not have a firm grasp on whether or not 30.05 applies to licensed carry, whether open OR...
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Username is appropriate. ;-)
I was wondering about that myself. Good to know.
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Last post by Armybrat
Sun Jul 30, 2023 1:20 pm
Restaurant with bar section
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tommyg »
Mon Jul 03, 2023 9:22 am
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I'm confused I went into a restaurant they have a separate bar section no signs is carry legal :???:
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The phrase I use most often in class is “The law is clear as mud”
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Last post by Tex1961
Wed Jul 05, 2023 6:34 am
Sign Changes - why?
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chasfm11 »
Thu Jun 15, 2023 7:20 am
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My pet store is next to a Sprouts Farmer's Market. Sprouts used to have the light color on clear glass 30.06, 07, & 05 signs. They were on the...
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There is a lot of ignorance about signage, especially after Constitutional Carry was passed.
I just concern myself with knowing the law and which...
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Last post by oohrah
Sat Jun 24, 2023 10:05 am
ID Requests from Law Enforcement
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by
Wysiwyg101 »
Wed May 10, 2023 6:34 pm
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This may seem like a stupid question for some of y'all. Sorry bout that. Oh well though. It happens alot. Just ask any of my ex-wives....who all...
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IMO this is a poorly written piece of TX PC. They could have added one word and made it crystal clear.
Sec. 411.205. REQUIREMENT TO DISPLAY LICENSE....
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Last post by 4t5
Wed Jun 21, 2023 8:43 am
Renewal payment
Replies: 3
by
squirrelmaster9 »
Fri Apr 28, 2023 10:14 am
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Is the renewal payment down? I keep getting we cannot process payment at this time and to contact dps
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Well new plastic recived. I didn't know they changed the design. So April 30 to June 8 was the time frame
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Last post by squirrelmaster9
Thu Jun 08, 2023 8:38 pm
Remington finishes and ammo quality is terrible
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Odinvalknir »
Mon Jun 05, 2023 1:33 pm
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I know this isn't necessarily a new concern. But man I really didn't know how bad it was.
I've known for some time they have issues with the oxide...
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Very likely the same Lot of bullets. My bet is that there may be hundreds if not more boxes from the same faulty lot of boxes.
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Last post by 03Lightningrocks
Tue Jun 06, 2023 12:12 pm
NC: A bit of a black eye for us
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jerry_r60 »
Mon May 22, 2023 9:04 am
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I ran across this article on the local news website from May 8th however the incident was in NC. According to this, a pistol fell out of a guys...
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I once helped to treat a guy who shot himself in the butt cheek at the Handlebar Saloon in Pasadena California, when his pocket pistol fell out of...
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Last post by The Annoyed Man
Mon May 22, 2023 9:36 pm
Padre Island and Galveston
Replies: 16
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carlson1 »
Wed May 17, 2023 2:33 am
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I have a Pastor friend visiting and he wants to go down towards Galveston and Padre Island. He asked me if it was “gun friendly” down that way. Well...
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This was taken a couple of days ago by a friend who rebuilt his house on Bolivar Peninsula about a mile east of where our house was located before it...
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Last post by puma guy
Mon May 22, 2023 11:50 am
Maximum delay between class and application
Replies: 1
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Soccerdad1995 »
Fri May 19, 2023 1:15 pm
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My wife completed her LTC class a while back. Unfortunately we have had some issues come up recently and have not gotten around to actually starting...
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Two years
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Last post by Vol Texan
Fri May 19, 2023 1:21 pm
I have to share this story about concealed carry..
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03Lightningrocks »
Fri May 12, 2023 2:46 pm
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As I mentioned in another thread, I retired from the HVAC business. My SIL runs and works at it now but I still own it. I had been sitting around...
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I'd probably consider it that I'm working same as LE and since they can ignore the signs when they're working I can also, since nobody is ever going...
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Last post by LDB415
Sat May 13, 2023 11:34 am
Militancy
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chasfm11 »
Fri Apr 28, 2023 10:55 am
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Friday is my cycle (spinning) class day at the gym. I have special shoes which click into the pedals on the studio stationary bikes. I don't want to...
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How stuff like that is handled may vary in your locale, but in mine there has to be multiple calls coming in about it, also call takers/dispatchers...
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Last post by Bolton Strid
Mon May 01, 2023 10:57 pm
Rangemaster TAC-CON 2024: Plan NOW!
Replies: 19
by
oljames3 »
Tue Dec 06, 2022 10:58 am
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TAC-CON 2024 will be held at the Dallas Pistol Club over the last weekend in March, 2023. Now is the time to plan and prepare. Registration is $565....
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Actually they opened up early registration early Saturday afternoon so there's that.
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Last post by Jose_in_Dallas
Mon Apr 17, 2023 7:28 pm
Traveling to states up north.
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Stormvet »
Fri Apr 07, 2023 10:23 am
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Is it illegal to travel to DC and NY in a vehicle from Texas with a sidearm if you have a Texas Permit. Does anyone know the storage requirements...
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I believe the case that Howdy and srothstein are referring to is Revell vs Port Authority of New York and New Jersey .
You can read about it here:...
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Last post by ELB
Mon Apr 10, 2023 1:50 pm
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