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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
pick up two guys tonight....
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cforand1293 »
Mon Sep 28, 2009 11:52 pm
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Well here is the story. I was on my way home from watching the cowboys game. I came across 2 guys pushing a car down the road. They looked to be...
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Well, back to the original topic for a sec... I had actually hoped that having my CHL would allow me to re-enter the world of helping strangers. I...
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Last post by SlowDave
Sat Oct 03, 2009 9:57 pm
State Fair
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Keith »
Thu Sep 24, 2009 7:33 pm
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Ive read we can carry but that it had to be checked at the entrance. You still carry just the CHL has to be confirmed. Info was not found at this...
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Do they record the badge number of police who carry at the fair out of uniform?
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Last post by snorri
Sat Oct 03, 2009 6:29 pm
Teachers who NEED to Carry
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tateb24 »
Sat Oct 03, 2009 11:53 am
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My dad teaches at a private school that doesn't allow weapons of sort. My Dad does have a CHL, but does not carry. He was having problems with a...
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Smart Carry. Concealed means concealed. I'm not a lawyer but my ex wife did marry one.
If a teacher actually saves a bunch of children's lives, I...
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Last post by TDDude
Sat Oct 03, 2009 5:14 pm
State Fair today
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fannypacker »
Thu Oct 01, 2009 3:01 pm
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We went because seniors get in free today. I got my CHL and DL out and the lady with the metal detector failed to find my 9mm on my hip. My wife...
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Sounds like maybe the lady s metal detector may not have been working right, but who knows. For me, I would have not flagged down the LEO.
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Last post by stash
Sat Oct 03, 2009 6:59 am
Some things CHL Holders should NEVER do
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klinejg »
Mon Sep 28, 2009 10:56 am
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One of our local colorful individuals decided to set up a coned-off section of the road (on a corner!) to let his kids play in the street that leads...
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With the way things are going these days it is no surprise. I am glad nothing bad happened to you, but I could definately see reading something like...
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Last post by tateb24
Fri Oct 02, 2009 10:16 pm
Address Change question
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HogFan »
Fri Oct 02, 2009 3:35 pm
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I just received my new CHL after changing my address. What do I do with the old one? Do I destroy it or do I need to send it back.
Thanks,
HogFan
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Thanks, guys.
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Last post by HogFan
Fri Oct 02, 2009 7:02 pm
what would happen if
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by
roff »
Wed Sep 30, 2009 4:19 pm
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Lets say after a night of drinking (not carrying while drinking) you go out to eat with some friends and its after midnight. You are a bit buzzed or...
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Someone better versed in the law than I am could cite the specific part of TX law that would legally require sobriety testing for someone who is not...
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Last post by HankB
Fri Oct 02, 2009 6:37 pm
First Community Credit Union
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by
Bill »
Tue Sep 29, 2009 11:30 am
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Browsing the 30.06 list I ran across the credit union were I just moved one of my accounts to. I am not sure how I missed this but have only been...
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You have a point.
I've written letters to the editor about drug testing and decriminalization that might make someone think I'm a stoner. I haven't...
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Last post by seamusTX
Fri Oct 02, 2009 4:28 pm
Leave your knife in the car at kid's school?
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particle »
Thu Oct 01, 2009 12:49 pm
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Okay - maybe this is a stupid question... I pick my son up from Kindergarten after work. Before I get out of the car, I remove my firearm and place...
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I was up in Grapevine a while back watching my friend's little sister's volleyball game because his mom made him go and I didn't want to leave him to...
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Last post by Fangs
Fri Oct 02, 2009 4:18 pm
school carry / event
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D.R.T. »
Wed Sep 30, 2009 6:57 pm
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Hey everyone, I have a quick question about what is considered school event/location.
I'm a teacher that recently attended a staff development...
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Thanks for the responses...sounds kind of like a gray area. I guess concealed is concealed...but when you career is on the line maybe erring on the...
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Last post by D.R.T.
Thu Oct 01, 2009 6:34 pm
I got my CHL in 6 weeks (Harris County) (new CHL)!
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ranger0286 »
Sat Sep 26, 2009 8:04 pm
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I was surprised and excited as Hell. I'm ecstatic!
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That's fantastic! FWIW, I've had several students lately report back getting theirs in around 60 days - and a man out last night who had just got his...
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Last post by Greybeard
Thu Oct 01, 2009 8:10 am
East Texas State Fair (Tyler) -- any CHL hassles?
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kahrfreak »
Sat Sep 26, 2009 4:22 pm
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Thinking about heading out to the Smith Co. fair this weekend with family, just wanted to know if I could expect any hassle with regards to CHL...
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We went to the Tyler fair today. I didn't even see the gunbuster sign.
The fair was phenomenally disappointing. It seems that the fair is no longer...
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Last post by TheArmedFarmer
Wed Sep 30, 2009 3:07 pm
Odd YMCA 30.06 Encounter
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Tireshred »
Tue Sep 22, 2009 7:49 am
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I had shoulder surgery in August and am now going thru physical therapy (PT), I chose the Hermann Memorial inside a YMCA because it's close. On my...
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Hmmm, I do have a wasit pack setup with a Taurus M44, thanks Byron.
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Last post by Tireshred
Wed Sep 30, 2009 2:43 pm
Posting of DPS office?
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Tactical_Texan_CHL »
Wed Sep 30, 2009 3:29 am
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Ok. I went to the local DPS office to grab one of the CHL laws and statutes handbooks. I checked the door, no 30.06, so I didn't disarm. I had just...
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1. Yes they can post it - there is no prohibition to them doing so, but it is likely unenforceable unless other conditions are met. You have to...
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Last post by Mithras61
Wed Sep 30, 2009 8:38 am
Carry Location Question
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thorkyl »
Tue Sep 29, 2009 10:45 am
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Here is an oddity
In Alvin, Health and Human Services, Chip, wic, Welfare,CPS and others are all in the same building all share the same reception...
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As i would understand the term office of the court , they are really referring to just the actual court themselves. This would include the court...
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Last post by srothstein
Tue Sep 29, 2009 10:54 pm
No 51% but....
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Kevinf2349 »
Sat Sep 19, 2009 4:35 pm
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OK so today my wife and I were out and about (both carrying) and we happened across a strange thing.
We were on the North Shore of Clear Lake (on...
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You are good to go. That's the sign you want to see if you have a CHL.
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Last post by Pete92FS
Tue Sep 29, 2009 12:43 pm
51% question
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karder »
Mon Sep 28, 2009 12:29 pm
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Hello all. I am very impressed with amount of knowledge you guys have, so I want to shoot a question by you guys and see if anyone can give me a...
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Thanks guys. This helps a lot. The liability issue is an excellent point. I wish they would change the law and let CHL carriers on the premises. I...
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Last post by karder
Tue Sep 29, 2009 12:34 pm
Saw this on yahoo main page about ammo shortage
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garcia946 »
Wed Sep 23, 2009 8:58 pm
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Thought id post this , and see what others thought....
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You can add me to that list... and SP primers for less than an arm and leg.
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Last post by chamberc
Tue Sep 29, 2009 12:27 pm
No guns on premises
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A-R »
Mon Sep 28, 2009 2:02 am
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Thought y'all would get a kick out of this unique way of posting a meaningless gunbusters notice, on a marquee sign at a strip center on Highway 79...
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Or maybe the oysters at Ixtapa are really bad. :mrgreen:
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Last post by WildBill
Mon Sep 28, 2009 11:18 pm
What are the chances.....
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Kevinf2349 »
Fri Sep 25, 2009 5:27 pm
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....of the DPS remebering that in 4 years there will be a big surge in renewals?
I suspect that once this surge' is over they will drop back on...
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LOL! :mrgreen:
rlol :smilelol5: rlol :smilelol5: rlol :smilelol5: rlol :smilelol5:
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Last post by LostInAustin
Mon Sep 28, 2009 10:52 pm
Police search for woman bank robber who claims to have bomb
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kirock7 »
Mon Sep 28, 2009 11:34 am
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If someone is threatening you by claiming to be carrying or having a bomb on their person... would deadly force be justified?
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Why would a bank robber ask for only $1,000?
For all she knows, the teller might have $3,000 at her station.
I'm just sayin....
:-)
SIA
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Last post by surprise_i'm_armed
Mon Sep 28, 2009 10:45 pm
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Last post by joe817
Mon Sep 28, 2009 11:51 am
Carding
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Embalmo »
Sun Sep 27, 2009 2:28 pm
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Guys,
I'm new, so I'm sorry if this topic has been beaten into the ground. Has anyone ever been carded ? What I mean is not by law enforcement in a...
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I have had to present my CHL a number of times outside of a traffic stop, but each time has been to a LEO for official reasons. I have also presented...
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Last post by G.A. Heath
Mon Sep 28, 2009 11:16 am
Contenders in Cedar Park -- sign posting
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ralewis »
Tue Sep 22, 2009 8:24 pm
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I was at the new Contenders Sports Bar in Cedar Park on Sunday evening, and I noticed that they have BOTH the unlicensed possession and 51% signs...
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nice work, ralewis.
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Last post by A-R
Mon Sep 28, 2009 10:36 am
pin number vs app. number
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by
IzzI »
Fri Jan 09, 2009 11:19 am
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i know it is recommended to put app # on all copies before mailing. i went with the online option and received my packet and the only ref. # is the...
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The primary use for the PIN is to check the status of your application on-line, at this URL.
onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;
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Last post by LarryH
Mon Sep 28, 2009 9:25 am
30.06 sign on one door, but not another
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shawn »
Mon Sep 21, 2009 3:03 pm
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I was going into HEB hospital a few weeks ago and I noticed a 30.06 sign on one door and not on another. I wonder what would happen in that instance...
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I just for the life of me can't get what is so hard to understand.
The law is quite clear on what constitutes effective notice. You either have to...
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Last post by bdickens
Sat Sep 26, 2009 10:42 am
Rep. Sid Miller
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KD5NRH »
Sat Sep 26, 2009 1:23 am
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He was on hand Thursday night to explain the proposed amendments to the State Constitution. ( onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; )
So,...
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That was my guess.
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Last post by quidni
Sat Sep 26, 2009 10:14 am
Non-lethal protection
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Embalmo »
Fri Sep 25, 2009 2:59 pm
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Guys,
My desire to carry is to protect me, and my family, so what if some drunk moron doesn't necessarily need shooting, but could seriously hurt...
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College boys. :roll: :mrgreen:
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Last post by The Annoyed Man
Sat Sep 26, 2009 8:53 am
medical records
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mred »
Fri Sep 25, 2009 4:58 pm
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How does dps go about checking medical records, anybody know?
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I can vouch for this as well from the wife's experience. She put something on her applicaiton and they flat ran her through the ringer. It ended up...
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Last post by shawn
Fri Sep 25, 2009 11:43 pm
Baylor Hospital of Plano is now offlimit Legal 30.06 posted
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Beiruty »
Fri Sep 25, 2009 1:22 pm
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Last visit, a Legal 30.06 was post on Pavillion 1. Since I had someone drop me at my Dr. Appt, I had to wait until my wife came back and have my...
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So sad that most Baylor hospitals are posted. Please update texas3006.com if you haven't already.
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Last post by chamberc
Fri Sep 25, 2009 11:16 pm
Local fair CHL question
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cforand1293 »
Wed Sep 23, 2009 10:00 pm
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So i am working a booth at our local fair selling ADT, and my questions is...Maybe Dumb... but can I carry in the tent? I have seen no posted signs,...
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This part is also noteworthy. I talked with a Arkansas State Trooper in the past, and she confirmed that a gunbuster sign is not binding in Arkansas....
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Last post by TrueFlog
Fri Sep 25, 2009 3:16 pm
Fighting Holster Creep
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by
TLE2 »
Wed Sep 23, 2009 8:46 pm
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I carry a Glock 26 in a Comp-Tac Minotaur, which finally after weeks of wear fits very nicely. My only problem is, with constant sitting, standing,...
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I have been carrying my Beretta 92FS in an MTAC going on about 2 years now. Back when the clips only had 3 holes for adjustment. I use the C-clips...
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Last post by Wildscar
Fri Sep 25, 2009 10:57 am
YMCA @ Westheimer in Katy posts VERY COMPLIANT 30.06
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McKnife »
Fri May 18, 2007 3:28 pm
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After coming home from college, I’m noticing these stupid 30.06 signs popping up more and more.
I noticed this one as I was walking to the front...
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I think it would be worth working to change their position on CHL because of: onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; or onclick=...
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Last post by shootthesheet
Fri Sep 25, 2009 10:09 am
How do i carry a handgun?
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gbjr08 »
Mon Sep 21, 2009 2:30 pm
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I have a question for anyone educated about cocealed carry permits. I would like to know if there is any possible way i can carry a handgun. I am...
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A LEO thinking that you're acting nervous or a gang member doesn't break the law. Carrying a bunch of cash, even $1,000,000 is not a crime, otherwise...
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Last post by ScottDLS
Fri Sep 25, 2009 10:01 am
WHEW! Weird experience on Saturday at HEB
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LaserTex »
Sun Aug 30, 2009 8:42 pm
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Had to go get some groceries at HEB. I parked off to the side (not directly in front of the HEB doors but off to the side in the main FRONT parking...
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This is how i understand the situation as it relates to Deadly Force statutes and a CHL holder, but I am not a lawyer etc etc....
The bum seizing...
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Last post by keyframe
Fri Sep 25, 2009 1:13 am
51% With Consent?
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keyframe »
Thu Sep 24, 2009 10:40 am
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Question: There is a grill i goto that is borderline 51%. The owner says they are 51%, but I got a verbal OK from him to carry there (we are good...
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That's where I was headed.
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Last post by C-dub
Thu Sep 24, 2009 9:53 pm
A Positive Outcome at 7-Eleven
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JCole »
Sat Sep 19, 2009 7:47 am
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Last week I stopped to fill up my truck at the 7-Eleven/Shell station at I-30 and Eastchase in Fort Worth. I saw a 30.06 sign on the outside of the...
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Oh how I miss Quik Trip - amazing you can keep a convenience store that clean. They don't believe in that very much in Austin.
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Last post by bhv
Thu Sep 24, 2009 9:20 pm
Houston Zoo or Museum of Nat Science Carry
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cdc101 »
Wed Sep 23, 2009 9:01 am
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Anyone know if it is legally posted 30.06? I checked texas3006 and didn't find it and the only search on here that I found that references a zoo is...
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I've carried at both.
Neither is legally posted, and any posting would arguably be invalid (the science museum is on land owned by the city of...
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Last post by hirundo82
Thu Sep 24, 2009 7:52 pm
Pistol on Corps of Engineers Property
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Sniper John »
Sun Sep 20, 2009 1:27 pm
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Would I be correct in that a hunter with a CHL can not carry a pistol on Corps of Engineers property while hunting? Any law or rule that overrides...
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Typically - Federal law enforcement officers can 'assist' in chase, apprehension, and arrest, in cases where State laws have been, or will be,...
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Last post by couzin
Thu Sep 24, 2009 11:47 am
Dont See a 51% sign?!
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springfieldATX »
Wed Sep 23, 2009 8:23 pm
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I just finished eating dinner at a restaurant. I tried looking for a 51% sign near the bar area but could not find one for the life of me. The eating...
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If you were eating dinner there, I seriously doubt you were in a 51% establishment.
Unless the drink prices were REALLY HIGH! :shock:
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Last post by bdickens
Thu Sep 24, 2009 11:17 am
Fredricksburg Oktoberfest carry?
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rob845 »
Mon Sep 21, 2009 11:11 am
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OK, in about 2 weeks the family and I are going to Oktoberfest in Fredricksburg ( staying in Kerville ) I plan on bringing the 9mm as it is MUCH...
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That would be great! thanks!
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Last post by rob845
Thu Sep 24, 2009 11:05 am
Question About Display of License
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1981 »
Mon Sep 21, 2009 10:51 pm
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Ok, I have some noob questions, please forgive me if it's been posted in the past but I didn't see any threads about it.
My questions relate to the...
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That's amazing to me. I always though Texas was very gun friendly but your buddy makes it sound like that's a myth.
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Last post by Dudley
Wed Sep 23, 2009 8:54 pm
What constitutes school sponsored activity...
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RiveraRa »
Mon Sep 21, 2009 12:20 pm
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What constitutes a school sponsored activity ?
School grounds where a school sponsored activity is on-going - TPC §46.03(a)(1)
Say a college allows...
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Due to all previous discussions on this matter I had concluded that if there were a school field trip to the zoo that it was okay for the entire zoo...
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Last post by C-dub
Wed Sep 23, 2009 8:20 pm
glock 30 carry
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doc606 »
Wed Sep 23, 2009 12:32 am
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hope this is right forum, will be home from offshore thursday 24th, and the plastic is waiting on me. need some carry advice
have a glock 30 for...
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Excellent weapon. It is my choice for daily carry. I may have to try a Crossbreed Supertuck, though. Sounds great.
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Last post by InfoTechCHL2007
Wed Sep 23, 2009 7:26 pm
Side Benefit of CHL
Replies: 13
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jsimmons »
Mon Sep 21, 2009 11:06 am
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I've managed to memorize my driver's license number. :)
I hadn't bothered with it because I rarely had a reason to look at it before now...
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I always knew my SS#. You had to have it to EAT when I went to tarleton state College in the 70's... Good incentive.
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Last post by Reloader
Wed Sep 23, 2009 4:01 pm
Update on texas3006.com
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Russell »
Sat Sep 19, 2009 10:37 pm
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Thought you guys might find this interesting!
Texas3006.com was registered December of 2006. In the almost three years it has been active we are now...
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Many many many thanks Russell!
I recently upgrading my phone into the 21st century and now I can visit texas3006.com on my phone to check before...
5 Replies
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Last post by SkinnyB78
Tue Sep 22, 2009 5:23 pm
No CHL required to carry under certain circumstances
Replies: 40
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psehorne »
Sun Sep 20, 2009 3:52 pm
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DISCLAIMER: I am not an attorney and am not giving legal advice. I am only trying to understand our Texas laws.
PRIOR to Sept. 1, 2007, Penal Code...
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The traveling definition was removed and most of its verbage was transferred to the latest 46.02
Thus you have notdefined...defined...notdefined......
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Last post by wford
Tue Sep 22, 2009 5:19 pm
Hand Loads for Self Defense
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Bisley »
Wed Sep 09, 2009 5:35 am
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I have participated in discussions on this subject, on other forums, and I always end up getting swarmed by the folks who adamantly oppose the idea...
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I have read a case study in Massad Ayoob's article in Combat Handguns magazine where this was exactly the case.
A guy had loaded some light .357Mag...
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4354 Views
Last post by DoubleJ
Tue Sep 22, 2009 1:33 pm
51% Sign Picture?
Replies: 14
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KFP »
Sun Sep 20, 2009 10:31 pm
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Does anyone have a picture of a 51% sign that you'd be willing to share?
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From the repeating redundant department sections surplus descriptions department.
:smilelol5: :smilelol5: :smilelol5: :smilelol5: :smilelol5:...
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Last post by TDDude
Tue Sep 22, 2009 7:45 am
state fair carry
Replies: 33
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mred »
Sat Sep 12, 2009 12:36 pm
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Can you still carry at the state fair or did that change?
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Yup. I got a good chuckle out of it. Now, my Henry's nice and it goes bang too. I will eventually have to round out my collection with a Benelli M4...
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Last post by C-dub
Mon Sep 21, 2009 10:36 pm
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