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Signs for the CHLer
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pbwalker » Tue May 18, 2010 11:41 pm
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There seems to be quite a bit of confusion around the signs.
YES YOU CAN CARRY - This is a Gunbusters sign...ignore it.
NO YOU CANNOT CARRY...
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I'm sure that will cut down on bank robberies! They DID ask politely, after all. /s
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Last post by mr1337
Tue Dec 19, 2017 6:33 pm
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CHL application mental health question
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Rhea47 » Fri Jun 15, 2018 8:08 pm
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Hello I'm new to firearms and I am thinking about getting a chl license eventually. However one of the questions asks if you have ever received...
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Depending on how long ago that has been, I doubt something at the age of 10 will cause any concern or issues if you haven't had any additional issues...
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Last post by mojo84
Sat Jun 16, 2018 11:50 am
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First month - 2 month questions and thoughts
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Odinvalknir » Wed Jun 13, 2018 10:51 am
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It has been a little over one full month or maybe a month and a half, that I have been carrying everyday all day long. I have only carried in my...
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Forgot...I also have to clean the lint out about once a month.
That is normal.
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Last post by flowrie
Wed Jun 13, 2018 4:51 pm
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I got busted today...
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Dcastrojr » Sat Dec 10, 2016 7:14 pm
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Im still very new to the concealed carry scene. I received my CHL in Feb. So I haven't even been carrying a year yet. Im so new, that the first week...
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I too have been carrying for years and unless someone is OCing, I never notice if they're CCing.
May be: Because I simply don't look at people all...
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Last post by Abraham
Tue Jun 12, 2018 10:05 am
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Stupid Mistake when Submitting TX LTC Application
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LadyShooter » Mon May 28, 2018 4:09 pm
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First Post! I am a 71 y.o. Female. Took the LTC Training Course, passed both the classroom and range test. Now, computers are not second nature for...
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I wouldn’t sweat it, they have all your other info and SSN.
I just did my prints as well, although they were fine. I assume since they have a print...
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Last post by Zarnold51
Thu Jun 07, 2018 7:51 pm
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Documentation Question
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Frank59 » Fri May 04, 2018 8:08 pm
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Sifting through the threads I've noticed that everything that pertains to a criminal history has to be confirmed via a district or county clerk. I...
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Welcome to the new you!
:anamatedbanana
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Last post by RicoTX
Sat May 26, 2018 1:31 am
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Gun rusting after one day
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Odinvalknir » Thu May 17, 2018 4:34 pm
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So I work in a fairly physical environment currently and I thought yesterday would be a good time to see how it would be to carry my firearm on my...
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Try wiping it down with museum wax.
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Last post by cheezit
Fri May 18, 2018 4:01 pm
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New girl
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Shannon » Fri May 11, 2018 10:23 am
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:patriot: Print pending after nearly two months. I can't wait and I'm happy to be here with like-minded people. Thinking about getting a Springfield...
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Congratulations and welcome!
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Last post by ELB
Sun May 13, 2018 10:01 am
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LTC class tonight - Application question - Background
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chrismandude » Wed Apr 25, 2018 3:41 pm
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Hi there,
Taking LTC class tonight and then getting into the application process. In the past I have had 2 DWI convictions (probation both times),...
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Apparently it did change this January... LTC-100 & LTC-101s are only valid for 1 year now.
I was not aware of this change (as it seems current...
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Last post by Mike S
Tue May 08, 2018 3:00 pm
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Campus carry and effective concealment methods for an ltc college student
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fdd1996 » Mon May 07, 2018 4:06 pm
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Hello, everybody. I am fairly new to carrying and trying to find a method that works best for me. Currently I am a full time student who also works...
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I know what it's like to want that polite, deep concealment. There are trade offs. Ideas:
1) Switch the belly band to shoulder holster mode. Position...
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Last post by Acronym Esq
Mon May 07, 2018 10:57 pm
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Probably a stupid question
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Odinvalknir » Sun May 06, 2018 12:03 pm
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I know recently here in tx, they passed campus carry. I wondered if that extended to all schools or just college campuses.
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Be careful. K-12 is statutorily off-limits for -any- school sponsored event, and they do not have to post. Review Penal Code 46.
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Last post by oohrah
Mon May 07, 2018 8:26 am
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Residency requirement - 411.172 or 411.173?
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bblhd672 » Tue Jun 07, 2016 11:15 am
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I recently relocated to Texas from Illinois (mid-April) and obtained a Texas drivers license (early May).
Which applies to my situation .172 six...
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79 posts since midnight. Wow.
That's a lot to clean up. Thanks mods! :tiphat:
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Last post by RoyGBiv
Mon May 07, 2018 7:10 am
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First full day of carrying
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Odinvalknir » Sat May 05, 2018 9:48 pm
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I got my license out of the mail yesterday after I got home from work, so I decided it was a good time to go out for a walk around a few places. I...
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Congrats on the plastic and I agree with all that has been said including your statement about going to Walmart.
I refuse to go there unless the...
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Last post by RPBrown
Sun May 06, 2018 8:05 am
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Help with wife
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chewy555 » Tue Jul 03, 2007 9:17 am
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This is a question that I have been putting off asking for awhile. I had hoped that I could answer it on my own but so far no luck.
My question is:...
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It's great to see you back and glad to hear things are going better regarding the firearm situation.
Congratulations on the family. That is what it...
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Last post by C-dub
Sat May 05, 2018 6:38 pm
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"Wally Walk"
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rytchard » Sun Oct 04, 2015 6:57 pm
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After receiving my plastic last Monday I finally did my “Wally Walk”! Well, I really didn’t classify it as that but I had to do my weekly shopping...
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It took me a while to get used to it as well. I suspect you and I are not unique in that regard,
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Last post by KLB
Thu Apr 05, 2018 4:52 pm
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DFW LTC Suggestions
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DKB » Mon Apr 02, 2018 2:47 pm
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Hello,
I live in Irving and work in Coppell. I'm looking for a shooting range with a LTC class and range instruction as I'm 20+ years out of...
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Shootsmart.com has a location in Grand Prairie.
I'd trust them to put on a good class, although I've never taken a class with them.
My wife took her...
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Last post by RoyGBiv
Tue Apr 03, 2018 4:55 am
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Marine Veteran needs help on eligibility
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Paul.mayer » Wed Feb 28, 2018 7:02 pm
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have a one of a kind situation I am in and need help. Jan 2013 I was cited in Maryland for paraphanelia which is a class c misdemeanor. I did 3...
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Unless I am mistaken, isn't it still the rule that you are ineligible if you have had two or more convictions for a drug or alcohol related offense...
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Last post by RossA
Thu Mar 29, 2018 3:17 pm
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CC a Ruger LCP 2? What are your thoughts?
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Pixie123 » Thu Feb 22, 2018 11:46 pm
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Hi all,
new here and about to enroll in a course so I can get my CHL. My weapon of choice is the lcp. Is this a good option for concealed carry? Also...
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IMO its what you feel comfortable carrying and shooting. I have an lcp for pocket but prefer my M&P for daily carry.
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Last post by lildave40
Fri Feb 23, 2018 9:52 am
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Green/Red chamber
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Alaska2texas » Tue Mar 21, 2017 9:41 pm
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Ive been CC for a few weeks now and am comfortable now. I hardly adjust my shirt or what have you. I figure hey, its concealed, if anyone sees the...
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Finally, a glock that doesn't need an Apex trigger! :lol:
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Last post by flechero
Mon Feb 12, 2018 10:29 am
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using deadly force
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Emtifre09 » Sat Dec 20, 2014 9:34 pm
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Can i use deadly force if someone is breaking into my house or vehicle during any part of the day. Day or night. My mother in law is a divorce...
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I wonder if the Texas Castle Doctrine's presumption of reasonableness has been reviewed by the United States Supreme Court?
This thread caused me to...
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Last post by dlh
Sun Dec 31, 2017 2:53 pm
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So much to do..
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Tex1961 » Fri Sep 29, 2017 3:52 pm
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Here I thought taking the class was the hard part (hint.. not really).
So everything is done, license is in the mail.
Now here is my list of...
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I know it's been a couple of months since this thread was born, and thus the OP probably already has his plastic and has gotten comfortable with the...
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Last post by Pritchical
Tue Nov 14, 2017 1:54 pm
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Ltc disqualifying question
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Impala63vert » Thu Mar 16, 2017 9:48 am
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When i was 14 i am 25 now, i was arrested for burglary of a habitation. It was a class b misdemenor and i receved deffered adjudication i called my...
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It’s a second degree felony and that should only ban you from LTC for 10yrs for any juvenile felony.
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Last post by nightmare69
Tue Oct 24, 2017 6:53 am
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Question about concealed carry disqualifiers
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zelphyr » Thu Mar 02, 2017 9:56 pm
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I plan on getting a conceal carry license, but it is unclear on whether or not people with mental disorders can have a conceal carry license. I have...
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As warpdrive stated, Florida may be a possibility for you. I recommend looking into Arizona as well.
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Last post by tool4daman
Fri Oct 06, 2017 9:59 am
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Vehicle Carry
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Alaska2texas » Sat Mar 11, 2017 10:48 pm
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Does anyone always have a seperate firearm that stays in the vehicle at all times besides the cc/oc on your person?
Thinking of getting one for my...
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Yeah thats what I was thinking or a teacher with those hours, but I guess they would have similar hours.
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Last post by GreenMan0352
Fri Oct 06, 2017 9:09 am
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Question about background check and criminal record.
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Bpatton86 » Sun May 07, 2017 10:26 pm
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I recently finished my LTC course and have been working on the paperwork. I know for a fact I have been arrested 3 times. I did my finger prints to...
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It can be a head ache thats for sure! I once was arrested while on home for leave but never charged with anything. I made sure to include it on my...
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Last post by GreenMan0352
Fri Oct 06, 2017 5:47 am
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another 30.06 question
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CZp10 » Fri Aug 11, 2017 9:48 am
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Sorry, I am new here (and to concealed carry), but I have a question that has been bothering me for some time. I have read through a number of...
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There is no question that a circle / slash sign DOES NOT meet the requirements of 30.06 and 30.07 because the requirement for sign compliancy are so...
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Last post by thetexan
Sun Oct 01, 2017 7:57 pm
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Carrying in Katy after the storm
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G40yes » Thu Aug 31, 2017 10:36 pm
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I was glad to be carrying Wednesday night when we returned to Katy. I've had my LTC for a year, carrying when I can, which doesn't include during...
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Not sure who chastised you, but you and the OP both demonstrated, in my opinion, the proper procedure when approached by a stranger, in an unfamiliar...
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Last post by Jusme
Tue Sep 05, 2017 3:00 pm
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One in the pipe for newbies like me
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Alaska2texas » Thu May 04, 2017 3:11 pm
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:cool:
So I've been carrying out for a couple of months and for that duration of that time I have been carrying with one in the pipe of my Glock...
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I don't think we really have much of a disagreement. I have personally had some very good free, and cheap training, but I think it's easy to get...
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Last post by Liberty
Wed Jul 05, 2017 4:24 pm
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Another signage question
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minimalist » Thu Sep 29, 2016 1:03 pm
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There is a store in my area with 2 entrances. The parking lot goes all around the store, so you would obviously use the entrance closer to where you...
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Anyways, even if they post both signs at every entrance, it doesn't prohibit me from carrying my AR.
Are you simply pointing out a technical point...
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Last post by Abraham
Wed May 31, 2017 12:22 pm
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Conceal carry at work
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Trivera » Tue Sep 13, 2016 2:21 pm
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Currently at my job we no 30.06 or 30.07 signs but the manager says we aren't allowed to carry at work... Should I go against his words cause they...
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Just remember, when an employee signs that paper that they have received and read the employee handbook, then the employee has been given notice at...
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Last post by twomillenium
Wed May 31, 2017 10:47 am
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Question regarding back ground check on application
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ClintHTx » Mon Feb 27, 2017 9:01 pm
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I am in the process of getting my LTC. As a minor I recieved 2 charges one was a minor in possession of alcohol in possession which I obtained a...
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ANY arrest needs to be included, just because the charge was dismissed, an arrest was still made. Confirmation of dismissal or how the final outcome...
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Last post by twomillenium
Tue May 23, 2017 6:26 am
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Chl and a DUI
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Willis9965 » Thu Mar 16, 2017 9:44 pm
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In 2013 recieved a DUI in Illinois. I plead guilty and got court supervision. I completed the supervison and when my record is pulled it shows i have...
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He can pass a purchase background check, just not a Texas LTC one.
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Last post by ScottDLS
Sat May 06, 2017 11:30 am
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Anyone been challenged by LE with Virginia non-res
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Beltboy » Thu May 04, 2017 10:41 am
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Has anyone actually been challenged by law enforcement when They presented their Virginia non-resident Chl? Can you share experience good, bad, ugly,...
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Thx all for the replays.
No direct basis for my question, just new to the chl world and before moving forward with the non resident Virginia route,...
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Last post by Beltboy
Thu May 04, 2017 9:55 pm
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Alternatives to 30.06
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ianmko » Thu Jan 12, 2017 1:22 pm
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Hi everyone!
Just passed my LTC course and submitted all the paperwork. One point the instructor made during the course is that 30.06 prohibits CC...
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None other than 46.05 and 46.041.
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Last post by thetexan
Thu Mar 30, 2017 8:00 am
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NO CHL, NO Car, How Do I Get to the Range legally?
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CB1986 » Tue Mar 15, 2016 8:38 am
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Hi all, not sure this is the spot to ask this question because I am new to this forum, I have a new pistol that I am wanting to take to the range to...
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Did he at least bring his rifle?
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Last post by Alf
Wed Mar 08, 2017 7:17 pm
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Where to run a Pre Application Check
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CrashTxVeeDub » Wed Feb 15, 2017 11:04 pm
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I just got my LTC and naturally there's always a friend who's interested in the process who has questions. My coworker wants to have his background...
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Thanks for the responses. My check took 90 days to complete, I had a lot of flags from my youth that likely prompted my receiving the fine toothed...
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Last post by CrashTxVeeDub
Thu Feb 16, 2017 7:45 pm
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I received deferred adjudication Probation in 90's
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paf1973 » Tue Jan 31, 2017 6:46 pm
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I received deferred adjudication probation in the 90's for a 3rd degree felony forgery. I have a copy of the dismissal from the court. Will I be...
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Yes you're ok on that. (in plain English)
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Last post by infoman
Fri Feb 10, 2017 4:30 am
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Carrying Issues with Women
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jaclyn.jenkins » Sun Jan 08, 2017 11:57 pm
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Hi Yall,
I am a new member of this awesome community. I am a medically retired Army veteran, so I'm no stranger to weapons. But, it was a daily...
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My wife has carried a Sig P238 in a for over five years and it works quite well with a majority of her outfits. She has it just forward of her right...
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Last post by johncanfield
Sun Jan 15, 2017 9:28 am
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Question regarding status on DPS site
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DaveWallerCB » Mon Jan 02, 2017 11:07 am
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So last week I completed my course, fingerprints, and submitted everything to Dps. I received confirmation that everything was received. Then the...
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I made it here now!!!
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Last post by DaveWallerCB
Wed Jan 04, 2017 12:38 pm
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Just Got Plastic, Looking For Advice on Clothing
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MaduroBU » Sat Nov 12, 2016 11:12 am
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I got my card a lot sooner than I expected (~3 weeks), so I haven't had time to roam around my house armed yet. I just got my P232 stainless in, and...
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I buy these and I carry IWB. I like them because with my belly they stay tucked in when I need them tucked in (you can buy polo style shirts in the...
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Last post by Jago668
Mon Dec 26, 2016 7:45 am
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30.07 ?
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Allenof5 » Sun Apr 17, 2016 9:32 am
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I have seen places with 30.07 but no 30.06 does this mean you can CC but not open carry? I have also seen just the 30.06 and no 30.07
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I don't disagree. In fact I emphatically agree. It is your right, by virtue of the constitution. Whether or not that right is endowed by our creator,...
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Last post by thetexan
Tue Dec 20, 2016 3:29 pm
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Apartment Carry
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jh7107 » Wed Apr 06, 2016 11:00 am
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I live in an apartment complex that is gated in Houston. I'm signed up for my LTC class on April 23. Until my plastic comes in, is it legal for me to...
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As a non licensed renter of a hotel room the 30.06 sign means nothing as to your ability to linger in the lobby, but restricts you from lingering in...
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Last post by thetexan
Sun Dec 18, 2016 12:35 am
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First days of carry....not very comfortable
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kevin1 » Mon Aug 29, 2016 9:04 pm
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I'm carrying a Glock 26 in a white hat micro tuck holster at 4 o'clock position. I have 2 gun belts. The first one is The Ultimate Concealed Carry...
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I wear a shirt and tie most of the time and I have my pps m2 with a Stealthgear IWB which allows me to tuck in my shirt.
What I've found to be...
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Last post by CdninTX
Fri Dec 09, 2016 12:08 am
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Tips for IWB comfort?
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mupepe » Sun Jul 31, 2016 12:58 pm
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So I received my license less than a week ago and right now I am carrying a Kimber Micro Carry .380 in a DeSantis Inside Heat.
I carry in the 5...
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I use a comp-tac IWB kydex holster to keep it slim. For the grip I'd look for Nil grips or similar mild checkered. Slim is not just in ita also makes...
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Last post by bmwrdr
Wed Dec 07, 2016 8:59 pm
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Lame-man's terms (ltc handbook trsnslation)
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JayStation3 » Tue Feb 16, 2016 9:06 pm
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Is there a resource somewhere on this forum or elsewhere that's breaks the whole handbook down into a language I can understand?
Thanks in advance
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These two links are to the DPS' website, where you went in order to submit your application and upload your supporting documents...
This one is to...
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Last post by Mike S
Wed Nov 09, 2016 7:03 am
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Half Cock on Holstering
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Noggin » Sat Oct 29, 2016 12:40 pm
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This is now the end of my second month of concealed carry. Before I got my license I obtained the holster shown in the pic below which was...
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I've only ever owned full-size models, so I don't know.
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Last post by AndyC
Sun Oct 30, 2016 2:17 pm
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Alien Gear
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_Dire_Wolf » Wed Oct 05, 2016 4:23 pm
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Im currently waiting on my LTC to come in and want to know if anyone out there has or has used a alien gear IWB holster. The reviews seem awesome and...
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The Alien Gear belt is pretty good also, especially when you get a $15 discount if you order it with the holster. If you haven't already ordered a...
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Last post by comp73
Wed Oct 12, 2016 11:11 am
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Reccomended Self-Defense Training
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Lonestar45 » Fri Sep 30, 2016 3:14 pm
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Hey all, for my first post I will keep it concise. I just submitted my paperwork for my CHL, so I am starting to think training. I am wondering if...
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Welcome to the forum Lonestar45.
P.S. Some of the people on this forum are super old-school. :mrgreen:
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Last post by WildBill
Fri Sep 30, 2016 5:58 pm
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Holsters
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Trivera » Mon Sep 19, 2016 3:51 pm
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Whenever you leave your pistol in your vehicle when you can't carry do you leave your holster also or just remove your pistol and keep the holster on...
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I just leave mine on and cover it up.
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Last post by EmbarkChief
Thu Sep 29, 2016 9:42 am
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A Round in the Chamber Carry?
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rytchard » Thu Oct 29, 2015 8:53 pm
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I just received my CHL a little over a month ago and until just recently I never carried a round in the chamber unless the safety was engaged. Now I...
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Or very good with tactical reloads. I carry a 1911 cocked and locked with 3 mags. I have carried 1911's off and on for about 35 years now. I have had...
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Last post by carlson1
Tue Sep 27, 2016 1:53 pm
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