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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
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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by
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
DPS doesn't seem to care about the LAW
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by
Jeffry6789 »
Tue May 10, 2005 6:54 pm
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well, its been 64 days since I sent in my CHL application. I know, alot of you have waited longer than that. But, its the principle of the thing
I...
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Obviously, I understand where folks are coming from when they are incurring a delay in getting the permit from Austin...
I wish there was a simple...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Wed Jun 01, 2005 9:15 am
How does it work if HB322 goes into law?
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by
Paladin »
Tue May 31, 2005 1:42 pm
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* HB 322 by Rep. Suzanna Hupp (R-Lampasas) & Sen. Craig Estes (R-Wichita Falls) Reduces Fees and Lowers the Minimum Age Requirement for a CHL from 21...
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With all due respect Kevin, you have no idea what I know and confuse. Society has set these limits. If not, society would force the politicians to...
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Last post by txinvestigator
Tue May 31, 2005 11:07 pm
Houston Raceway Park?
Replies: 12
by
MoJo »
Sat May 14, 2005 9:55 am
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Anyone know if Houston Raceway Park is posted? Got some comp tickets for this afternoon and would like to know.
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sounds right. :wink:
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Last post by txinvestigator
Mon May 30, 2005 8:28 pm
Question about residency....please help
Replies: 5
by
XD_Dan »
Fri May 27, 2005 6:26 am
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There is a young man in my shooting group that posed this question on another forum. I wasn't sure, but figured someone here would have a better...
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Greybeard is right you can apply for the CHL as soon as you establish residence.
Tom
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Last post by ElGato
Fri May 27, 2005 9:33 pm
Going to one of the 4
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by
HighVelocity »
Sun May 22, 2005 4:19 pm
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States that has ZERO handgun liscensing. WISCONSIN. :?
It's going to feel strange knowing that the only folks packing are the cops and the badguys....
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Thanks, it's good to be back home in TX.
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Last post by HighVelocity
Tue May 24, 2005 9:25 pm
Need CHL test target size
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by
Tom »
Mon May 23, 2005 9:40 pm
First post
I agreed to help a neighbor do some shooting to get ready for her
CHL renewal. I have the course of fire (from the DPS website) but
cannot find the...
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The range where I teach will charge you an extra $70 for shooting those.
What are some people thinking? :?
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Last post by txinvestigator
Tue May 24, 2005 8:40 pm
Roll Call - HGCA Show this weekend
Replies: 24
by
Suckhow »
Tue May 17, 2005 8:17 pm
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So who's going this weekend and what day?
I think I'm going both days.
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And I wish I had checked the thread before I did...
I was wearing a Dark green cover-shirt with a lighter colored pineapple pattern on it...
I...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Sun May 22, 2005 8:05 am
Since alot of us go to church...
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by
gigag04 »
Fri May 20, 2005 12:06 am
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This is NOT a religious debate, but I question I have been thinking through.
I am of the impression that I don't think Christians are supposed to...
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In the Garden, Jesus said if His kingdom were of this world (it wasn't at the time but will be) His disciples would fight.
The reference to Jesus...
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Last post by TraCoun
Sat May 21, 2005 4:16 pm
Is this a legal Sign?
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by
Suckhow »
Fri May 20, 2005 5:37 pm
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I don't really understand what this means, but it's definitely not a valid 30.06 sign, but it still seems to be citing some Texas law, and is quite...
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And I don't care. My HMO office has the same notice. I saw it the other day as I walked through the door with my hand fondling my Kel-Tec P3AT in my...
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Last post by anygunanywhere
Fri May 20, 2005 9:02 pm
OK, I am going to broach the subject...
Replies: 33
by
stevie_d_64 »
Tue May 17, 2005 3:21 pm
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Please do not shoot the instigator...I shoot back...
Understand that I have discussed and debated the tactical issues concerning the issue of......
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Not at all! This topic always generates a great deal of discussion and is one concerning which many pro-gun folks have strong and differing opinions....
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Fri May 20, 2005 6:19 pm
POLL: Do you support open carry
Replies: 9
by
txinvestigator »
Wed May 18, 2005 8:33 pm
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I hope the gentleman who asked the open carry questrion in another thread does not mind if I make it a poll. Hopefull , some who would not post an...
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Your point is well taken, but what is enough hardware?
For example, I have two friends that couldn't be more different. One carries a 44mag...
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Last post by dws1117
Fri May 20, 2005 11:07 am
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Last post by Braden
Thu May 19, 2005 4:30 pm
Woohooo! It's here!.....only 30 days!!!!
Replies: 2
by
kegster »
Tue May 17, 2005 9:37 pm
First post
well no, I'm not talking about my CHL :(
But I did get the letter with my PIN so I can check the status of it.
It says proccessing application or...
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- received a letter from the CHL office that gave me any pin number to check the status of my permit...
Maybe it was that I never asked for one......
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Wed May 18, 2005 8:15 am
blurry sights?
Replies: 16
by
BobCat »
Mon May 09, 2005 10:42 am
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At the range, I wear computer or mid-range eyeglasses that allow me to see the front sight fairly well.
My bifocals (progressive) do not allow me to...
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Well, Saturday Mike demonstarted to me quite convincingly that at 7 yards, blurry sights don't make no nevermind - i.e. as long as you can see some...
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Last post by BobCat
Mon May 16, 2005 11:33 am
How much extra ammunition do you carry
Replies: 20
by
Suckhow »
Thu May 05, 2005 12:00 pm
First post
As I expect to receive my CHL in the mail today, I have begun to ponder some of the finer points in carrying.
I'll be carrying my Kimber Ultra CDP...
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Thanks Greybeard. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
glenn
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Last post by Baytown
Sun May 15, 2005 5:01 am
Took my CHL class on Saturday...
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by
Woody »
Wed May 04, 2005 10:26 am
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It wasn't as boring as I thought it was gonna be. Scored 100% on my firing profeciency and 92% on my written (2 Q's missed....I can't believe I...
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I can't say why but when mine was processing that message seemed to come up occasionally on the weekend. Check Monday evening and see if it still...
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Last post by HighVelocity
Sat May 14, 2005 9:29 pm
Two dead in office shooting
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by
onerifle »
Thu May 05, 2005 10:03 am
First post
Two dead in office shooting
By S.K. BARDWELL
Copyright 2005 Houston Chronicle
Two people are dead following a shooting in a west Houston office...
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The proper benchmark would be for employees to be allowed to pack their 1911 (or whatever) on their hip. Sure would relieve stress and reduce...
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Last post by anygunanywhere
Fri May 13, 2005 7:10 am
Open container
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by
cola8d8 »
Wed May 11, 2005 2:15 pm
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In TX, what class is an open container ticket and how can it affect the status of a CHL?
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Cool! I'll PM you my shipping address so you can ship me that new Wilson Combat 1911.... :lol:
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Last post by RatMan
Thu May 12, 2005 3:34 pm
OMG!!! I CAN'T BELIEVE IT!!!
Replies: 15
by
Suckhow »
Tue May 03, 2005 10:32 am
First post
I just checked the DPS website expecting the usual Processing Application as it has been since the dead of winter. To my surprise, it said:...
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ElGato makes a good point. Because an arrest may be illegal, is not a defense to resisting arrest. Just go with it and it will all get sorted out in...
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Last post by Baytown
Thu May 12, 2005 9:50 am
I'm Packing Heat!!!!!
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by
Suckhow »
Fri May 06, 2005 4:08 pm
First post
Mr Mailman finally showed up and he brought me a present!!! I was resigned to the fact that I'd have to wait another 2 weeks for delivery, but to my...
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If he can conceal every piece of hardware he owns...All at the same time...
I'll buy him a steak dinner...
I bet he'll buy a Glock after that as...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Mon May 09, 2005 10:41 am
Only my second day, and I was forced to use my CHL already!!
Replies: 4
by
Suckhow »
Sun May 08, 2005 9:26 pm
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Bet the subject got your attention eh? It's absolutely a true story. LOL. I went to Gander Mountain this afternoon to check out this new place. First...
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Thats just wrong, and mean in so many ways muh friend... :lol:
But then again, that card does come in pretty handy...From time to time...
You...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Mon May 09, 2005 10:35 am
Nothing Happened...
Replies: 2
by
GlockenHammer »
Thu May 05, 2005 2:51 pm
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I've always said If I knew I'd need a gun there, I wouldn't go . Thankfully I didn't break that rule, but I thought I might.....
A friend asked me...
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I didn't think of it quite like that, but you're right. Since the co-owner of everything in the house was with me, I think I might have technical...
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Last post by GlockenHammer
Fri May 06, 2005 3:00 pm
I just checked my mail!!!!
Replies: 16
by
Suckhow »
Thu May 05, 2005 4:35 pm
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AND STILL ISNT HERE!!!! THE DPS WEBSITE SAID THE THING WAS DONE ON TUESDAY!!! EVERYONE ELSE GETS THEIR CHL TWO DAYS AFTER SEEING THAT NOTATION ON THE...
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Relax. Take a deep breath. I know first hand how infuriating the wait can be.
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Last post by dws1117
Fri May 06, 2005 2:36 pm
DPS website
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by
kegster »
Thu May 05, 2005 10:29 pm
First post
Hi , I just registered here.
Just have a quick Q though.
I have sent my packet to DPS about 2 weeks or so ago. I see that some have posted on here...
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If you apply for your package online and pay online, DPS gives you your PIN with your package. Take the course, send it in, keep track at your...
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Last post by anygunanywhere
Fri May 06, 2005 7:32 am
Observations of a new licensee
Replies: 19
by
dws1117 »
Sat Apr 23, 2005 10:29 pm
First post
Since I have had my CHL and been carrying for about 2 weeks there are a few things that I have learned. Hopefully some of these observations will...
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Strange, I heard John Wayne's voice as I read that.
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Last post by HighVelocity
Tue May 03, 2005 9:18 am
Day 103, DPS Returned my call
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by
Suckhow »
Fri Apr 29, 2005 1:10 pm
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After about 3 messages left this week, DPS called me back today. She was very friendly, and had indicated to me that the department was extremely...
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I noticed a trend in the delays of processing the packets coming into their (DPS CHL office)...
After talking with the nice folks (they really are...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Fri Apr 29, 2005 2:58 pm
City of Houston continuing to "Red Badge" CHL'ers.
Replies: 17
by
stevie_d_64 »
Tue Apr 12, 2005 11:34 am
First post
This was posted originally on another forum...
A fellow Houstonian had to conduct some lawful business at a downtown City of Houston...
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Bias??? Nooooo, get outta here!!! No way...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Fri Apr 29, 2005 2:33 pm
How much longer?!?!?!
Replies: 8
by
Suckhow »
Mon Apr 25, 2005 11:55 am
First post
Geeze oh petes! I sent my application on Jan 16th. It's almost been 100 days now, what gives? I called about 2 weeks ago, and the person who had my...
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I don't think they do anything with it, until you call them and beg for it.
just kidding
I sent my application in March 4th, emailed them about 3...
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Last post by Jeffry6789
Wed Apr 27, 2005 7:49 pm
Restoration of firearm rights.
Replies: 6
by
MoJo »
Sun Apr 24, 2005 8:03 pm
First post
I'm not sure if this is the right forum for this question it looks like the best one.
My wife's brother was convicted on a bad check charge (felony)...
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Good luck MoJo.
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Last post by one eyed fatman
Tue Apr 26, 2005 9:08 pm
Traders Village in Grand Prairie
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by
Walter »
Mon Apr 11, 2005 8:21 pm
First post
They have the 'No concealed handguns' signs, ' under authority of
Texas concealed handgun license law, (Texas Civil Statutes,
Article 4413 (29ee)...
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There are some (note I said SOME) good people at Trader's Village, and since most of the stalls are rented, it's not the fault of the shop owners...
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Last post by robb969
Mon Apr 25, 2005 1:22 pm
CHL valid at Toyota Center?
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by
Paladin »
Fri Apr 22, 2005 5:01 pm
First post
By some bizarre stroke of luck I just won some tickets to a Rockets Game. Don't know what day yet. I'm not even a basketball fan or anything.
Walked...
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Thanks Blazen and Mr. Cotton! Bad news, but very helpful bad news :)
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Last post by Paladin
Mon Apr 25, 2005 9:32 am
Day Care facilities and premises...
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by
stevie_d_64 »
Fri Apr 22, 2005 11:20 am
First post
Ok,
I've look high and low, and have not seen a clear definition of this issue...
Situation:
I work in an office, surrounded by a large day care...
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You are fine; no CHL problem at all.
Regards,
Chas.
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Fri Apr 22, 2005 3:38 pm
My Wife
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by
jimlongley »
Sat Apr 16, 2005 8:17 pm
First post
My wife proudly displays, and rightly so, her CHL Qualification target from today, with its perfect score!
And she didn't think my XD was going to...
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Excellent shooting! I think I still have my target as well. Does not look good as this though! :lol:
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Last post by Blazen
Tue Apr 19, 2005 9:08 am
Its here! Its here!!!
Replies: 9
by
dws1117 »
Thu Apr 14, 2005 3:47 pm
First post
Not the denial as I originally thought, but an actual hard plastic honest to goodness license!
Thank you everyone for your support.
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Congrats! It really is a wake up call - keeps you in condition yellow all day instead of white. Good luck with it!
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Last post by Kalrog
Fri Apr 15, 2005 9:29 am
What does "certificate active" mean?
Replies: 7
by
dws1117 »
Tue Apr 12, 2005 6:36 pm
First post
Checked the DPS web site for the status of my application and in stead of processing application it said Application Completed - license issued or...
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How fast you get it depends on how far backed up the ID processing dept is. It might take several days for them to physically make the license. Then...
7 Replies
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Last post by Brad Johnson
Wed Apr 13, 2005 2:04 pm
Maybe some good news, finally!
Replies: 10
by
dws1117 »
Thu Apr 07, 2005 4:41 pm
First post
I e-mailed DPS about my application status. The following is what I sent and the reply:
Leach, Waldene
I will mail your license today...
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When I sent my CHL Application in for the License it took a total of nine(9) days till I had it back in my hot little hand from DPS. Good service....
10 Replies
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Last post by Jungle Work
Tue Apr 12, 2005 11:58 am
Pawn Shop Shootout
Replies: 4
by
Scott Murray »
Thu Apr 07, 2005 4:51 pm
First post
Did anyone else see this article?
It must have taken some real guts to draw a pistol on three guys with AK's. The manager was credited with...
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I was in Houston the last two days and saw it on the news. Pretty crazy to go into a Pawnshop where they sell guns expecting to rob the place. Every...
4 Replies
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Last post by HighVelocity
Fri Apr 08, 2005 4:51 pm
Question About Airports
Replies: 3
by
Braden »
Fri Apr 01, 2005 8:17 am
First post
Question: What part of an airport is considered to be secure and at what point does it become that way?
Background: The company I work for is...
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Thanks. Basically I'm good for another 90 days or so (which is when the terminal opens).
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Last post by Braden
Fri Apr 01, 2005 5:27 pm
It is finally off to Austin...
Replies: 22
by
dws1117 »
Thu Jan 06, 2005 7:22 pm
First post
Dropped my CHL application in the mail today. Now I start the grueling process of watching the mail box. I understand that it can sometimes take 3...
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I e-mailed again this morning and surprise, surprise. My remaining paperwork did come in and Ms. Leach said that she would mail my CHL today.
The...
22 Replies
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Last post by glockem
Fri Apr 01, 2005 1:32 pm
Glad to be carrying my .45 this morning
Replies: 4
by
Paladin »
Tue Mar 15, 2005 1:32 pm
First post
This morning I was taking one of my dogs for a walk around the neighborhood as I do every morning. I was almost home, but on the opposite side of the...
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Greybeard, I too have seen the wonders of OC on dogs.
I got a vicious dog call once and went to the area where I was told and this dog came running...
4 Replies
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Last post by Baytown
Thu Mar 31, 2005 11:32 am
My CHL will be denied!
Replies: 12
by
dws1117 »
Thu Mar 24, 2005 2:58 pm
First post
Twelve years ago, when I was young, stupid, and drinking too much I was arrested for public intoxication. Against my wishes (felt that it was my...
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sometimes it happens. what would happen if you got stopped for a traffic violation is they issuing agency would fail to confirm the warrant when they...
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Last post by Chris
Wed Mar 30, 2005 10:32 pm
Banks, etc.
Replies: 36
by
MoJo »
Fri Dec 31, 2004 9:55 am
First post
My bank was reciently aquired by another firm, shortly afterward a I noticed a 30.06 notice. I asked a bank employee about this and was told - - - Oh...
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Washington Mutual huh ? I'll remember that, never been to one and I don't live in that area but if I do change banks, it's something to consider....
36 Replies
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Last post by Bubba
Wed Mar 30, 2005 7:32 am
Happy 80th Birthday Doc!
by
Charles L. Cotton »
Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:07 am
Fellow Texans & CHL’ers everywhere:
This is an edited copy of an email I sent to Doc Brown, TSRA Legislative Director on his 80th Birthday. Jerry...
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:07 am
New CHL numbers out
Replies: 25
by
mec »
Wed Feb 23, 2005 10:07 pm
First post
It appears that, for the first time, there is a substantial downward trend in active licenses.
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Mcb1154,
Your explaination makes sense to me.
I haven't taken Al's class, but I have been there on the range when his students are doing their...
25 Replies
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Last post by Paladin
Tue Mar 15, 2005 11:00 am
Electronic fingerprints?
Replies: 6
by
dolanp »
Thu Mar 10, 2005 6:39 pm
First post
I hear a lot of people who are getting Florida permits very quickly because they can use electronic fingerprints which can be transmitted directly to...
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I know very little about the electronic prints, but if there is no ink, I am all for it. I have one finger that is bent at a weird angle and...
6 Replies
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Last post by dutchman
Sun Mar 13, 2005 1:34 am
Article: "Concealed gun law turns 10"
Replies: 8
by
Paladin »
Tue Feb 08, 2005 5:11 pm
First post
Well not quite 10 yet... I guess it's not 10 years till sept?
Last post
There was some discussion of this at the meeting of the Texas Concealed Handgun Association in Waco last week. Hopefully, something may be put...
8 Replies
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Last post by wrt45
Sun Mar 06, 2005 12:52 am
Tyler Mark Alan Wilson was not the only armed civilian
Replies: 4
by
Paladin »
Thu Mar 03, 2005 1:24 pm
First post
SECURITY GUARD ALSO
DISTRACTED KILLER ARROYO
The Tyler Morning Telegraph has learned the identity of a second armed civilian who was in the line of...
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Thanks for posting the update. Thankfully, BG stopped near a GG with a long gun.
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Last post by Greybeard
Fri Mar 04, 2005 6:09 pm
Drive thru ATM incident
Replies: 6
by
Bubba »
Thu Mar 03, 2005 7:44 pm
First post
Tuesday night 7PM 3-1-2005 EECU in downtown Fort Worth. This ATM is a separate outbuilding in the parking lot about 10 feet square. The parking lot...
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I never use ATM's. I don't have a ATM card. Never care to have one. There an an easy target. If someone isn't trying to rob you it's probably because...
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Last post by one eyed fatman
Fri Mar 04, 2005 3:35 pm
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Last post by Warhorse545
Thu Mar 03, 2005 4:19 pm
Capital Metro considering allowing CCW
Replies: 2
by
Warhorse545 »
Sat Feb 26, 2005 12:08 am
First post
Was listing to the radio yesterday KLBJ 590 AM in Austin and was surprised that Capital Metro board members unanimously approve a plan to let those...
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Ran across this on Packing.org. News is sure getting around.
Stacey
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Last post by Warhorse545
Sat Feb 26, 2005 3:41 pm
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