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Mon May 16, 2016 3:42 pm
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Mon Aug 31, 2015 3:54 pm
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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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Wed Oct 26, 2016 9:14 am
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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
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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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That would be my bet.
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Last post by KLB
Thu Mar 28, 2019 8:49 pm
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New online CHL application & procedures
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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
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Post Office Law Suit to Repeal Carry Rule
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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:
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I wish them luck, it sure would be nice...
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I know this is a subject that isn't likely to reach a resolution sooner rather than later but the issue should be cut and dried.
Does a citizen have...
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Thu Sep 06, 2018 11:01 pm
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DPS Processing Times
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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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Thu Mar 28, 2013 4:12 pm
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Majestic Theater San Antonio--Posted?
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alphonso » Sat Jul 14, 2012 11:34 am
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Anybody know if the Majestic Theater in San Antonio is posted?
It's not shown on 30.06.com. There are some threads here about it, but none too...
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My wife and I went to see “wicked” at the majestic last October.
I got the wand and they looked in my wife’s purse. They did not wand her...
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Last post by Jbpate
Wed Apr 17, 2019 11:05 pm
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LTC Renewal Time
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Setxjeff » Fri Feb 08, 2019 11:00 am
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Just received my new LTC . Applied for renewal online January 21, 2019. New license in hand February 7,2019.
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My state reps office said if I do not hear anything by EOB today to give them a call back.
I am waiting on my app packet from Arizona as well since...
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Last post by jimmiesatx
Wed Apr 17, 2019 3:27 pm
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DFW Veterans Cemetery Legal for CC Carry?
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carlson1 » Sat Apr 13, 2019 5:56 pm
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Does anyone know what the law says about carry at the DFW Veterans Cemetery?
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It is off limits because the Feds can do it for no reason. My Dad is buried at Indiantown Gap Cemetary in PA and it has galled me that I can drive...
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Last post by chasfm11
Mon Apr 15, 2019 7:42 am
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Grapevine Vintage Railroad
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Johnny Polite » Sat Apr 02, 2011 11:44 am
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My son has been invited to a birthday party at the Grapevine vintage railroad to ride the Thomas train.
Am I allowed to carry there?
Quick responses...
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:smilelol5: :smash: I know what you mean about the head bashing! But it wasn't so bad as that 6 years ago. We took our grandson there 3 years in a...
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Last post by joe817
Sun Apr 14, 2019 10:11 pm
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New CHL Holder + Vehicle carry questions
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KingpinTX » Sun Apr 07, 2019 8:07 pm
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I just received my CHL and I am very happy for this achievement. Right now I'm understanding in details all laws and training with my Glock 19 Gen4....
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:iagree: :tiphat:
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Last post by WildBill
Sun Apr 14, 2019 9:11 pm
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Situational Awareness
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lildave40 » Mon Jan 14, 2019 11:11 am
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Good Day All,
I wanted to share what happened to me this past week. Friday while coming home from Laredo I stopped at a rest area to relieve myself....
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Situational awareness cannot be stressed enough! I applaud your instincts, and your actions. You will never know what their intentions were, but you...
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Last post by Lynyrd
Sun Apr 14, 2019 9:27 am
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LTC Replacement Issues
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apex32 » Fri Apr 12, 2019 12:56 pm
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My wallet somehow went missing and we have not been able to recover it. Inside, of course, was my LTC. on 4/8 I filled out the online application for...
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Well, after deciding to leave the phone on the call for as long as it took to get someone, I finally reached a human after 34 minutes. She wasn't...
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Last post by apex32
Sat Apr 13, 2019 9:54 am
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How can I confirm who owns property (private vs publicly owned)
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Scott in Houston » Tue Mar 12, 2019 8:41 pm
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I'm having to go to the Alley Theater in Houston, and it's posted, but I'm 99% sure it's publicly owned property, therefore illegally posted.
How can...
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A few minutes googling shows it's owned by a private NPO.
Carry at your own risk, at worst you get asked to leave if someone notices.
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Sat Apr 13, 2019 3:51 am
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Last post by joe817
Fri Apr 12, 2019 1:30 pm
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Air Travel Update
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J.R.@A&M » Mon Jan 28, 2019 9:17 am
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First of all, the shutdown impacts are still lingering, There is still no TSA security in IAH Terminal B, so you have to check in at either C or E....
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There is no shortage of things that can go wrong:
Portland International Airport baggage handler pleads guilty to stealing guns from passengers'...
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Last post by Bitter Clinger
Sun Apr 07, 2019 10:28 am
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Prohibiting signage at court houses
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elisaint » Mon Apr 01, 2019 4:36 pm
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I wanted to confirm and make sure that I am understanding the laws relating to carring inside of county courthouse. The attached photo is a sign that...
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True and I've dealt with both but unlike most I've had extensive contacts with LEO's from all over the state over the last 30-40 years so I have a...
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Last post by WildRose
Sun Apr 07, 2019 12:31 am
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TX House SPeaker declares Constitusional carrier bill dead
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bfm1851 » Sat Apr 06, 2019 7:05 am
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Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen declared Friday that a “constitutional carry” gun bill was dead after a gun rights activist showed up at his...
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He lies. It was dead when they elected him Speaker.
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Sat Apr 06, 2019 7:58 am
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Sat Apr 06, 2019 3:49 am
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“Jr” Suffix on CHL
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Killadocg23 » Fri Mar 15, 2019 12:26 pm
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Gents,
Would not having the Jr suffix on my LTC be an issue? My legal name has the Jr on the end but I rarely used Jr before I have now started to...
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If the name on your LTC and DL are not an exact match odds are pretty good that sooner or later it's going to cause you an issue if you come into...
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Last post by WildRose
Thu Apr 04, 2019 5:46 pm
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Killeen Civic & Conference Center Complex
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flechero » Tue Apr 02, 2019 1:59 pm
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Going to an event at the Killeen Civic & Conference Center Complex, no restriction listed on 3006.com but I know it's not 100%. Anyone been there...
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Just a follow up in case anyone searches for it another time. There were NO signs present, not even gunbusters. (4/2/19)
Ran into several friends...
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Thu Apr 04, 2019 5:20 pm
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Related but different to the post office lawsuit
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E.Marquez » Mon Apr 01, 2019 12:23 pm
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Perhaps my Googlefu is lacking these days
But is anybody ever seen a lawsuit against the US government somewhat like the post office one currently...
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There's nobody more uptight about controlling access to firearms and ammo than base/post commanders.
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Last post by WildRose
Thu Apr 04, 2019 4:01 pm
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RE: What would you do if you saw his gun?
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jayinsat » Thu Mar 28, 2013 8:37 am
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In order to avoid hijacking a previous thread onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;, I am starting a new one to more broadly discuss the...
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I’m a service tech and have been most of my working life. I’ve walked into homes with drug deals in progress, people with stacks of cash on their...
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Last post by Danielsuzuki
Tue Apr 02, 2019 4:55 pm
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My New Liquor Store!!
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seph » Sat Mar 30, 2019 5:57 pm
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Walked up to the front door and found a sign welcoming for a change. And in Austin of all places
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:patriot: :tiphat: :txflag:
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Last post by Lynyrd
Tue Apr 02, 2019 10:43 am
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County Sheriff's Office
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Overthehill » Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:10 pm
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Our County Sheriff with 50 so years in the Sheriff's office, quite a few of those as Sheriff, is retiring on the 31st. I dropped by the office today...
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What, do they have a lot of problems with UCAW AT the Sheriff's Office in your county? And if so, do they REALLY think posting a sign is going to...
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Last post by JustSomeOldGuy
Mon Apr 01, 2019 5:23 pm
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Rodeo grounds
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Odinvalknir » Tue Mar 05, 2019 7:07 pm
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Is concealed carry carried allowed outside of the concert venue at the rodeo? Basically at the fair grounds and livestock/vendor areas? Anywhere not...
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My daughter got tickets to a rodeo concert when I was visiting in Houston. From this thread, I knew I couldn't carry, so I didn't. But I forgot the...
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Mon Apr 01, 2019 9:33 am
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Being that guy..
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Humanclone » Sun Mar 10, 2019 10:02 am
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In stores which post a legal 30.06 sign, do any of you open carry in that store instead. Or visa versa with a 30.07 sign? Cause legally you arnt in...
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I'm the same as most. If a business doesn't allow OC, I'll cover up or go elsewhere. If they don't allow concealed carry, I will definitely just go...
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Last post by WildRose
Mon Apr 01, 2019 5:42 am
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Cabelas 30 day policy
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Deitz83 » Fri Mar 29, 2019 11:25 am
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A friend of mine's daughter was raped and she decided to purchase a firearm. Went to Cabela's and filled out the paperwork. An issue that happened...
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Plan on using another FFL. Thanks for the help.
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Sat Mar 30, 2019 7:50 pm
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UH graduation at Minute Maid Park
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demigodtorpedo » Fri Mar 29, 2019 9:08 am
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Daughter's graduation from UH is being held at Minute Maid next month. Will that venue be posted any particular way?
Thanks
Demigod
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The Harris County-Houston Sports Authority was authorized by an act of the Texas Legislature and funded by tax dollars so I'm sure it will be posted...
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Last post by warpdrive
Fri Mar 29, 2019 6:06 pm
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Safe to carry at PK Lake State Park?
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Kolamer » Thu Mar 14, 2019 11:08 pm
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Does anyone have any experience with carrying at PK Lake State Park? I was trying to seeing if that park has any federal ties or not.
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Yep, I know several of the PK lake cops and have met several of the wardens in the area. Behave yourself and you should have a great time and at...
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Last post by WildRose
Fri Mar 29, 2019 5:56 pm
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A somewhat unique situation.
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FigNewton » Sat Mar 16, 2019 5:12 pm
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So I now have to drive into town for work. I have found that taking the bus is the easiest solution, Let me preface this with a couple of notes....
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You have no rights protecting your employer/employee relationship and their ability to search items on their property as a condition of employment....
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Last post by bubba84
Fri Mar 29, 2019 3:22 am
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Church Security Team help!!
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Macgyver » Tue Apr 17, 2018 1:15 pm
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Howdy,
I'm sorry this is a long post . I've been on this forum for a while, but I'm not sure I've ever posted. I attended a training meeting for the...
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We are not Sheep, they Sacrificed Our Lamb .
Christian Pacifism is one of the biggest lies ever told.
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Last post by WildRose
Fri Mar 29, 2019 1:12 am
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Searching for past history
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popeye59 » Wed Mar 27, 2019 8:54 am
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On the LTC application, in the REPORTED HISTORY section, it asks:
Have you ever been arrested or charged with a crime? (Regardless if pending,...
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They are the same in practice. If you successfully complete the requirements there is no legal conviction and the records can be sealed.
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Last post by WildRose
Thu Mar 28, 2019 6:30 pm
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Company Email - No Guns in Cars
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TheSinistral » Tue Mar 26, 2019 11:41 am
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I know a guy whose company sent out an email titled Workplace Safety that said unless otherwise provided by law, workplaces include the buildings in...
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That is true. As long as you can lawfully possess a firearm in your vehicle there are quite a few federal court rulings to this effect. Your car is...
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Last post by WildRose
Thu Mar 28, 2019 5:36 pm
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Can DL suspension affect LTC
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Odinvalknir » Mon Mar 04, 2019 1:54 pm
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So I had a bit of an oopsie, was out of state for work at the time of a court date for a minor traffic ticket. Since I missed court I earned a arrest...
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Haha yea no doubt, getting stopped with a suspended DL, would only increase my issue. I've since paid up on the surcharge, I was just curious while I...
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Mon Mar 18, 2019 8:12 pm
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What Is Your Opinion
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carlson1 » Fri Feb 15, 2019 6:03 pm
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What is your opinion on this sign as it is? I guess I walked in the door when they were open because when the doors are open you cannot in anyway see...
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:iagree:
As long as HLSR keeps posting those signs, they ought to be called the Santa Anna Livestock Show and Rodeo . :ack:
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Last post by Gator Guy
Fri Mar 08, 2019 9:31 am
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I got a 30.06 sign removed!
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imkopaka » Wed Jan 20, 2016 1:43 pm
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Here in Lamesa, we only have two grocery stores. I was dismayed when I discovered that one of them, Claiborne's Thriftway, erected 30.06 and 30.07...
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Good work!
Chas.
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Thu Mar 07, 2019 12:53 pm
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Do you ever open carry?
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nwoodco1 » Sun Feb 24, 2019 5:44 pm
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Curious what the everyone else does, for me (in my limited CHL experience), I will rarely open carry, with a good IWB holster, I just don't see when...
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I have open carried rifles and shotguns since I was 10 years old (1950s). I've never had a problem doing so. Heck, when I was a kid I took a rifle to...
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Last post by EpicMale
Thu Mar 07, 2019 9:16 am
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Retired PD vs CHL
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martywj » Sun Mar 03, 2019 7:41 pm
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Question for the collective?
My brother is a retire police officer and continues to maintain his peace officer certification. I have had a CHL for...
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As a retired officer with both, I recommend he get an LTC also. Point out to him that the laws forbidding LTC carry specifically say when carrying...
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Last post by srothstein
Mon Mar 04, 2019 12:22 am
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What would you say to a repair guy if you saw his gun
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Brad Mc » Sun Mar 24, 2013 12:09 pm
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I'm in the service industry, mainly commercial, but sometimes have to do residential calls. As of now I always keep my pistol in my van because i do...
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“Oh, cool... you are carrying. Good!”
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Last post by AJSully421
Fri Mar 01, 2019 1:31 pm
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Poll: Do you Open Carry?
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Lynyrd » Wed Feb 27, 2019 9:10 pm
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There have been a few questions about open carry lately on the forum. We all have our own opinions, and they differ. For the new LTC's among us...
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Very similar to my own approach. My carrying concealed is usually incidental: rain, cold, suit, or training requiring concealing.
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Last post by oljames3
Fri Mar 01, 2019 9:24 am
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Convince me that constitutional carry is a good thing
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Russell » Wed Nov 16, 2016 12:55 pm
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HB 375 was filed today, which does away with the licensing requirements to carry a handgun.
I know where folks come from on 2A unlicensed carry, I...
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I can't prove that constitutional carry is a good thing, nor can I prove it is a bad thing. The evidence from states that do not or never have...
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Last post by oljames3
Mon Feb 25, 2019 9:05 pm
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Funny Incident at Walmart Pharmacy
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SIGFan43 » Mon Feb 25, 2019 5:22 pm
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First of all, I’m not a police officer, and I don’t wear a badge, but I am 75 years old with white hair, and I’ve carried a concealed handgun in...
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I have had several people ask me if I was a LEO, but the I OC most of the time. Obviously, you exposed your gun, and wearing a secret service vest...
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Last post by Jusme
Mon Feb 25, 2019 7:10 pm
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LTC denial question
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jonmax0125 » Fri Feb 22, 2019 4:36 pm
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I was recently denied a LTC. I currently hold a LTC in the state of Virginia. I got it when I was stationed there at Quantico. The reason I got...
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I figured that would be the case but I wasn't sure. I do not mind waiting the 5 years since I already posses an LTC from Virginia plus getting an...
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Last post by jonmax0125
Sun Feb 24, 2019 11:12 pm
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Dog attack in St. Petersburg - OK to Shoot Attacking Dog ?
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gamboolman » Sun Feb 17, 2019 3:16 pm
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Saw this over on Glock Talk and wanted to ask if it would be justified / legal to shoot the attacking dog in Texas by LTC Holder ?
It sure looks to...
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Here's a new one on why we should be carrying with big dogs around. No one had a decent weapon to assist the Mail Man :banghead:
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Last post by gamboolman
Sun Feb 24, 2019 2:46 pm
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Cirque @ Sam Houston Park
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EastTexasRancher » Sat Feb 23, 2019 11:05 am
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I see they are posted. Are there metal detectors? I don't want to bring my knife and have to walk it back to my truck.....
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Hand wanding.....barely.
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Last post by EastTexasRancher
Sat Feb 23, 2019 5:00 pm
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VFW Posts redux
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jmorris » Tue Feb 19, 2019 3:41 pm
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In another thread the subject of VFW posts being 51% came. I recently attended a chicken fried steak night with a friend who belongs and the subject...
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It's certainly logical.
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Last post by KLB
Tue Feb 19, 2019 5:44 pm
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How to check if a premise is 51%?
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sailor2000 » Thu Dec 02, 2010 8:41 am
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Recently the wife wanted to go to Hooters for some wings. Being unsure of the restaurant's 51% status, I called and asked the Manager (Hooters...
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Not the same guy, but yeah. You're probably right. However, I don't patronize places I can't carry, so I would probably give it a shot and see. If...
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Last post by LucasMcCain
Tue Feb 19, 2019 2:33 pm
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Arlington convention center posted?
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glock27 » Sat Feb 16, 2019 12:03 pm
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I’m sure it’s not as it’s a government owned facility. Going there for the reptile show today, is it okay to carry?
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I figured so. I carried didn’t see any signs. Thanks all!
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Last post by glock27
Tue Feb 19, 2019 10:26 am
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Does Parking Lot Law also include adult and juvenile prisons
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RPBrown » Mon Feb 04, 2019 9:41 am
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I am the prison ministry leader at our church and we have started going into some juvenile facilities lately.
When we have gone to the STATE adult...
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Former TDCJ officer here - can't vouch for the policies on the juvenile prison, but either way the law protects you. As far as adult prisons, yes:...
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Mon Feb 18, 2019 7:34 pm
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