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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:
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Last post by bblhd672
Wed Oct 26, 2016 9:14 am
What do you do when asked?
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bdickens »
Sat Oct 25, 2008 8:39 am
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Choose all that apply to you.
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I concur with that ditto :lol:
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Last post by phddan
Sun Nov 02, 2008 9:36 am
THe Newest DPS Excuse
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jpierce30 »
Thu Oct 02, 2008 6:31 pm
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My wife got a letter from DPS today stating that her CHL is being delayed due to hurricane IKE . What a great excuse for an already backed up...
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What were the other factors that made the UT permit more worthwhile?
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Last post by Excaliber
Sun Nov 02, 2008 9:09 am
School Resource Officer expects me to help
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Tim the Teacher »
Sat Oct 25, 2008 7:03 am
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I have a good relationship with our SRO. During a discussion involving the actions our school takes to secure our building if we needed to lockdown,...
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Those would be my conditions. They can take it or leave it. If I was a teacher, I would be willing to take the Basic Peace Officer course during...
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Last post by Bart
Sat Nov 01, 2008 6:51 pm
Strangest Law
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zach »
Thu Oct 30, 2008 1:18 pm
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So I just got back from visiting Michigan. Most places were nice and so were the people. Detroit was an experience, one I'd recommend anyone to take...
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I guess you'd have to carry it on a lanyard. :mrgreen:
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Last post by NcongruNt
Sat Nov 01, 2008 6:42 pm
Shooting deferred at Abilene High?
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lrb111 »
Fri Oct 31, 2008 7:40 am
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I haven't found a news story on it, but one of our grandkids got a phone call before school yesterday morning. The caller was warning that due to a...
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Thank you. I looked at the Reporter News, but I guess I was looking at today's paper instead of yesterday's.
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Last post by lrb111
Fri Oct 31, 2008 6:47 pm
Watauga homeowner, neighbor hurt confronting burglar
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HighVelocity »
Wed Oct 29, 2008 9:03 am
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Here's a perfect example of what can go wrong if you go outside to stop someone from stealing something from your vehicle or trailer, etc.
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I meant to mess up their eyes so they cannot see that well in the dark - after a bright flash, you cannot see in the dark hardly at all for sometimes...
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Last post by LCP_Dogg
Fri Oct 31, 2008 10:10 am
carry without CHL
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sticky »
Thu Oct 23, 2008 8:33 am
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I've just moved back to TX about a year ago and I'm going for my CHL again.. its been expired for 4 years now.
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One question (I couldn't find in my lame attempt at a search): I understand that per the motor vehicle whatever law, you are allowed to carry in your...
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Last post by SlowDave
Fri Oct 31, 2008 1:18 am
redesigned license
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kw5kw »
Fri Oct 31, 2008 12:36 am
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The DPS has redesigned the license.
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We had a thread discussing this here:
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Last post by NcongruNt
Fri Oct 31, 2008 12:41 am
"Pay to Play" corruption to get your CHL in Orange County
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LedJedi »
Wed Oct 29, 2008 3:47 pm
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I thought Sheriff Joe from Arizona was Americas Sheriff?
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Last post by asleepatthereel
Thu Oct 30, 2008 11:36 pm
Any Austin Members
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stash »
Tue Oct 21, 2008 8:10 am
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Would someone from Austin who has been to the Driskill Hotel tell me if it is posted 3006. I don't live in Austin so I can't check it out myself....
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No problem. I was going to head down there tomorrow and check it on the way back from work, since it's on the way. I seriously doubt the place is...
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Last post by NcongruNt
Thu Oct 30, 2008 5:41 pm
Taco Cabanna w/ NO 30.06 sign
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atxgun »
Sun Oct 26, 2008 5:36 pm
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Went to the TC on Lamar & Riverside in Austin, TX today. There was NO 30.06 sign -- not even an improperly posted one. All they had was one of the...
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That's a crying shame. :cryin
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Last post by Kythas
Thu Oct 30, 2008 5:36 pm
Pay DPS for CHL Question.
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XD9 »
Thu Oct 30, 2008 9:21 am
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Are they still accepting Personal Checks?
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Thank You Guys!
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Last post by XD9
Thu Oct 30, 2008 4:04 pm
Man Charged With Wounding Teen Caught Stealing His McCain Si
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Ace_Inthe_O »
Tue Oct 28, 2008 2:15 pm
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That would be fun, as long as you aim for the body or the van then it wouldnt be any trouble haha. But then again, that would be just asking for more...
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Last post by sivart-dod
Thu Oct 30, 2008 3:09 pm
Man kicked out of apartment after shooting at crook
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lhdz12 »
Thu Oct 23, 2008 1:40 pm
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Yup. My apartment complex uses the same lease. I read through every bit of it before signing, just to ensure that I knew there was nothing there...
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Last post by NcongruNt
Wed Oct 29, 2008 6:27 pm
My sons' Pediatrician!
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barres »
Tue Oct 28, 2008 10:46 am
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I've been hearing you folks for some time talking about the intrusive questions that pediatricians and GP's have asked regarding firearms that seem...
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That's why I like the Coronado vest; it looks expensive enough (and is expensive enough) that nobody questions me wanting it to stay within my sight...
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Last post by KD5NRH
Wed Oct 29, 2008 11:28 am
Hotels and 30.06
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mr.72 »
Tue Oct 21, 2008 9:19 am
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The Driskill question brought up a question I had regarding 30.06 sign applicability for hotels, maybe the experts can chime in.
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This is why I think that legislation defining a motor vehicle as an extension of your home, for public roads, parking lots, etc., and for private...
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Last post by GrillKing
Wed Oct 29, 2008 8:48 am
Shooting at Arkansas University
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nils »
Mon Oct 27, 2008 8:29 am
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Another reason why Perry should allow CHL holders to carry at schools.....
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it seems the police are not getting a straight story from the suspects. All four have previous criminal records.
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Last post by seamusTX
Wed Oct 29, 2008 8:36 am
Going to Mew Mexico for 2 weeks
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elwood blooz »
Tue Oct 28, 2008 10:32 pm
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Another job out of state. A little better than California. At least I can carry my weapon to and from the job.
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Thanks for this. I'm leaving Friday without my BUG.
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Last post by elwood blooz
Wed Oct 29, 2008 5:36 am
Shooting outside Christian school
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troglodyte »
Tue Oct 28, 2008 8:13 pm
I teach at a Christian school and understand that this could very well happen at our school (or any other, public or private). I don't know that...
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Last post by troglodyte
Tue Oct 28, 2008 8:13 pm
New Technology can detect concealed weapons
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RCP »
Sat Oct 18, 2008 11:57 am
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How do y'all feel about this?
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Fascinating.
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Last post by DoubleJ
Tue Oct 28, 2008 10:13 am
7-11 Stores
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numist »
Tue Oct 14, 2008 8:28 pm
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I visited a 7-11 store today. Upon departing I noticed that they had put up a batch of new signs on the exterior walls. Among the usual ..crime to...
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Hmm I shall have to double check the 7-11s that I frequent by my house... esp since I got my plastic a few hours ago :). But on a serious note I...
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Last post by Nintao
Tue Oct 28, 2008 3:56 am
Dallas Super 8 30.06 sign....wierd place to put it
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para45 »
Sun Oct 26, 2008 4:40 am
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Ok, so I went to a go to Dallas, and have to stay overnite, of course i dont call and make reservations. Fairly much every hotel in the area i want...
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Why would you have to wait? Is the clerk going to tackle you for trying to leave once you've received sufficient notice that you have to leave?...
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Last post by KBCraig
Mon Oct 27, 2008 1:04 pm
Boy accidentally kills himself at Gun Show
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nils »
Mon Oct 27, 2008 8:27 am
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This is just sad, and I think that there are a few people at fault here....parents, and the instructor.....very sad.
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Last post by Keith B
Mon Oct 27, 2008 9:03 am
IWB - How often do you clean it?
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CodeJockey »
Fri Oct 24, 2008 2:36 pm
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All, I notice that my carry piece seems to accumulate a lot of lint from being constantly carried IWB. How often do y'all clean your every day carry?...
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Well, I do practice quite often; usually once per week. The thing is that I have 2 XD .40 sub-compacts. One is my carry piece and the other is my...
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Last post by CodeJockey
Mon Oct 27, 2008 8:11 am
Pulled over with a car full of people
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ct214 »
Sat Oct 25, 2008 6:12 pm
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I posted this on another forum, but I didn't know TXCHL was here, so I thought I would ask the TX experts!
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I like the note thing but I like this the best.
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Last post by Target1911
Mon Oct 27, 2008 7:05 am
Boston Legal: Dances With Wolves
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ttorion »
Sat Oct 11, 2008 2:48 pm
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Wasn't sure where to put this but it's GREAT! rlol
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Er..as a little one, that episode was scary!
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Last post by lawrnk
Sun Oct 26, 2008 7:42 pm
HB 1815 as passenger
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Shu »
Thu Oct 23, 2008 10:01 pm
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Does the defintion of control mean that I have to be the one driving. If my wife is driving and the gun is under my seat is it legal to have a...
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:iagree:
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Last post by nils
Sun Oct 26, 2008 2:18 pm
How is the test actually done?
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YellowTJ »
Wed Oct 15, 2008 2:51 pm
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Good luck, and don't stress...it really isn't that difficult if you have some experience...you'll be fine. :???:
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Last post by nils
Sun Oct 26, 2008 2:15 pm
Lufkin pizza delivery man stops robbers
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seamusTX »
Thu Oct 23, 2008 9:37 pm
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On Tuesday, a pizza delivery man in Lufkin tried to deliver a pizza to a house that turned out to be vacant. Two armed men approached him, and he...
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:iagree: ...good post
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Last post by nils
Sun Oct 26, 2008 11:23 am
18 year old with a gun in the car
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tboesche »
Wed Oct 22, 2008 12:02 pm
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I am sure we have discussed this previously, but can not find the topic. It is my recolection that someone under 21 may carry a gun in their vehicle...
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It wouldn't be illegal for the child.
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Last post by KBCraig
Sun Oct 26, 2008 1:18 am
Looking for a shooting range in Channelview, TX
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dwhitley »
Sat Oct 25, 2008 5:29 pm
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I am wanting to join a shooting range does anyone know of one close to the Channelview area? I have been to several in Houston, but paying $10 to $15...
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Almost. Bay Area Shooting Club is just east of Crosby. Go north to new US90 and go east a few miles.
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Last post by Mike1951
Sat Oct 25, 2008 10:08 pm
30.06 removed, gone, not there anymore
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troglodyte »
Fri Oct 24, 2008 11:24 pm
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I took my dad to the doctor the other day in the typical medical building, owned by the hospital group. I've taken him there for the last three years...
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The law is very specific about what constitutes effective notice. That notice can be verbal, which means somebody has to tell you specifically that...
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Last post by bdickens
Sat Oct 25, 2008 9:35 pm
Can anyone help a fellow CHLer in DFW out?
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Mr.Scott »
Mon Oct 13, 2008 2:17 pm
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I need a new job. I got let go a few weeks ago and am looking for another job. I do computer support. If you or your employer is looking for a...
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I tend to agree. I don't know Mr. Scott, and I'm sure he's an good person, but it doesn't appear he's telling us all of the facts. At first he said...
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Last post by BigBlueDodge
Sat Oct 25, 2008 7:48 pm
Medical City Hospital
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heliguy972 »
Fri Oct 24, 2008 5:54 pm
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I was up at medical city hospital this week, carrying my PT45Pro. Forgot it was on when I got to the door so looked around and didn't see a 30.06....
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I was not aware of that either. I have to go there several times a year, and if fact, I will be going in November. That is good to hear...thanks!...
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Last post by bryang
Sat Oct 25, 2008 12:07 pm
Trip to Co to support Mccain
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getusumtx »
Fri Oct 24, 2008 5:19 pm
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Hey, I am Traveling to Colorado to help campaign for McCain and was curious if anyone knows the CHL laws up their. It isnt a school Organization trip.
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Last post by shootthesheet
Fri Oct 24, 2008 8:25 pm
Sex offender dead
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Kythas »
Sun Oct 19, 2008 11:11 pm
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I know it's not really gun related, but it is self defense/home defense related and a warning that we should always expect the unexpected. Glad...
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Just cleansing the gene pool...
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Last post by Reloader
Fri Oct 24, 2008 4:54 pm
Maximizing space...suggestions on mag holster
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kalipsocs »
Tue Oct 21, 2008 12:40 am
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Alright guys I am sure I don't have to tell anyone but space on my persons has become prime real estate when I have to add magazines and guns to it!...
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Just general FYI, I found that Galco makes a pocket holster for P-01 mags so I ordered one. You snooze you lose DeSantis. I went back and forth on...
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Last post by kalipsocs
Fri Oct 24, 2008 4:31 pm
OK to have Qual Class 11 Months Before Submitting Ap?
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Magnus357 »
Fri Oct 24, 2008 1:53 pm
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Hey everyone, I have a question about the application process.
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Answer to first question (in this post) is No . The renewal clock starts on the issue date of your certificate, not the date of the class.
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Last post by LarryH
Fri Oct 24, 2008 2:11 pm
Five Minute Handbook for Gun Rights Activists
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KBCraig »
Fri Oct 24, 2008 4:36 am
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Good quick read. I found it , but reproduction is allowed with the copyright notice at the bottom.
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Probably the single most important piece of advice from the post above:
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Last post by flintknapper
Fri Oct 24, 2008 5:11 am
Utah CHP Time Frame
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dwhitley »
Wed Oct 22, 2008 9:14 am
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I took that class Charles offered on Oct 3rd and sent my packet in that Monday they got it on the 7th... I emailed them today to see if they got it...
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Yep....you sat behind us....LOL. I believe you have a youngin or two you had some concerns about gaining access to firearms. There was also a fellow...
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Last post by 03Lightningrocks
Thu Oct 23, 2008 9:33 pm
there's something about Mary (I don't like)
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smyrna »
Wed Oct 15, 2008 5:26 pm
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The following was in my SPAM from this website onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;
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These people just have no clue, maybe they'd wake up if a BG had them at gunpoint but as another poster already said, they'd probably offer them milk...
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Last post by Moezilla
Thu Oct 23, 2008 7:57 pm
MIP ticket
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optman09 »
Thu Oct 23, 2008 12:38 am
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7 years ago I got an MIP ticket in Florida but was not arrested. I was just given the ticket and sent on my way. I paid the fine and a search of the...
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good question. I don't have a good answer besides to maybe test our integrity. Maybe they're also looking for red flags that might add up more then...
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Last post by Hos
Thu Oct 23, 2008 3:57 pm
Residency status an issue in applying for CHL?
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kalipsocs »
Thu Oct 23, 2008 2:24 am
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My neighbor and friend moved to TX from CO to work on his Ph.D. here last summer. He had expressed interest in getting his CHL, but he was under the...
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If he plans on hanging around, he should get his TX DL/ID, apply for a regular CHL and be done with it. He already has an established residence if he...
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Last post by Rokyudai
Thu Oct 23, 2008 2:03 pm
Drawing weapon vs. firing
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Broge5 »
Tue Oct 07, 2008 6:01 pm
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I have misplaced my handy little book. I saw somewhere on here someone mentioning the circumstances necessary for an officer to draw a weapon not...
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Gotcha.....
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Last post by dwhitley
Thu Oct 23, 2008 12:59 pm
Change of Address, How Long Till New Plastic Comes?
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cedjunior »
Wed Oct 22, 2008 10:27 pm
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I processed a change of address online, transaction date 9/7/08. I have yet to see my new license. Time to contact the DPS?
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That was faster than mine. It took almost 6 weeks for my new one to arrive in the mail.
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Last post by Kythas
Thu Oct 23, 2008 9:07 am
DPS listing of Certified Instructors
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fisher_of_man »
Tue Oct 21, 2008 10:25 pm
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I haven't seen this question anywhere and feel somewhat :oops: for asking....but want to be sure I cover all my bases. How often does DPS update...
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I'm not sure what the requirements are to be listed on the TXCHIA site, but sadly, there weren't ANY in my area listed there. so i'm guessing it's...
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Last post by fisher_of_man
Wed Oct 22, 2008 10:42 pm
Class A Misdemeanors?
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BowhuntinTx »
Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:16 pm
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I was charged (never convicted) of a Class A misdemeanor (wreckless driving). My lawyer was able to get me defferred adjudication with one year of...
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Contact the county criminal court clerk in the county where this all happened. You are going to need a copy of the disposition anyways, and then you...
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Last post by Crossfire
Wed Oct 22, 2008 10:12 pm
D.O.T vehicles
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Target1911 »
Mon Oct 20, 2008 10:34 pm
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Can anyone direct me to the laws referring to the carrying of a firearm in a DOT regulated vehicle?......ie..a tow truck....
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On rumor starts and it spreads fast...
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Last post by KaiserB
Wed Oct 22, 2008 9:34 pm
CHL Qualifications Question.
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XD9 »
Sun Oct 19, 2008 11:58 pm
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So I took my CHL class this weekend and passed :)
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Yes I was.
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Last post by XD9
Wed Oct 22, 2008 8:35 pm
LEO & CHL
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CodeJockey »
Fri Oct 03, 2008 2:21 pm
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I have a dumb question, but why do many LEOs also have a CHL? Doesn't being a commissioned LEO give you the right, if not the obligation to carry...
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For Houston LEO's they cannot carry there weapon unless on duty. I have a friend who has a CHL for that purpose...
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Last post by dwhitley
Wed Oct 22, 2008 12:31 pm
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