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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
30.06 Posting On Parking Lots
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GrillKing »
Tue Jun 21, 2005 12:34 pm
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I'm hoping for some clarification. I can't enter a properly posted business (with concealed handgun(licensed)). I can't enter their properly posted...
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IIRC, when you read the wording of a 30.06 notice it speaks only to concealed and CHL holders.
Because the working speaks to the CHL holder and...
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Last post by cxm
Mon Jul 18, 2005 12:13 pm
Any hope for a non-resident CHL for a Canuk in TX?
Replies: 3
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GlockenHammer »
Sun Jul 17, 2005 6:18 pm
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The non-resident clause in the TX CHL laws appears to apply only to residents of other states, not other countries. Is there any hope for my Canadian...
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The Canadian restricted permit only allows you to own a restricted weapon, and does not allow a person to carry the weapon concealed. The permitee...
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Last post by anygunanywhere
Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:30 am
What to do? I am going to Kalifornia
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Suckhow »
Thu Jul 14, 2005 4:45 pm
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My fiance and I are going to go a weekend trip to San Diego next month. Don't know what to do about carrying though. Since I got my CHL, I've carried...
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I took my wife on a trip to San Dog a few years ago...It has changed a bunch since I left in '89...
It was a funny observation she made that...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Sat Jul 16, 2005 7:29 am
hello all..
Replies: 22
by
therooster »
Mon Jul 11, 2005 10:33 am
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new guy here, just want to say hello and introduce myself.
i am 21, i carry all day everyday (when legaly permited). i live on the west side of...
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of the welcome, happy you are here...
thanks for the welcome, but you dont have to call me sir (su is close to sir in spanish) :wink: .
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Last post by therooster
Fri Jul 15, 2005 4:23 pm
Open carry at home?
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waffenmacht »
Sun Jul 10, 2005 7:52 pm
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Hi guys,
I am a brand new member here. Luckily i saw Chas' link over at packing.org. I must say, I am very excited to find a forum dedicated to...
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You say tomahto, I say tumater.
Healthy discussions.
Long long ago in a galaxy far far away...wait. This is not a movie. In the past, when the...
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Last post by anygunanywhere
Fri Jul 15, 2005 7:15 am
What to do?
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by
george »
Tue Jul 12, 2005 10:08 pm
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I am just looking for some ideas from the crowd here.
I have a CHL. I travel extensively in Texas, and the surrounding states which reciprocate. I...
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The park somewhere & walk in has been my policy for a while. When asked why I do it I tell them I have to sit in a vehicle too much & need the...
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Last post by longtooth
Thu Jul 14, 2005 8:46 pm
Can I carry in Post Offices or not?
Replies: 23
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Suckhow »
Sat Apr 30, 2005 11:53 pm
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Once I receive my CHL (if it ever happens, as I have already waited 105 days), can I carry in post offices? I have read conflicting information that...
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You are right, long guns can be shipped USPS; no handguns ( concealable guns) though.
If they are intra-state - i.e. within the state - there is no...
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Last post by BobCat
Mon Jul 11, 2005 4:16 pm
I got a letter from the DPS today.
Replies: 10
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tehlump »
Tue Jun 28, 2005 8:44 am
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Sorry, it wasn't my license... :cry:
Of course it was my picture sent back to me asking for the back to be signed. I guess the one good thing is...
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FWIW, mine was delayed because I failed to read the out-of-the-country birthplace instruction separate sheet, requiring a copy of my passport (i.e....
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Last post by djwdjw
Mon Jul 11, 2005 11:14 am
Circus, circus
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by
onerifle »
Mon Jul 04, 2005 9:01 pm
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Anyone know what the scoop is at Reliant Stadium regarding Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey? I'm not worried about runaway lions, tigers, and...
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My guess is that it has something to do with the volume and density of people at sporting events. In that kind of crowd your chances of hitting an...
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Last post by Braden
Sat Jul 09, 2005 12:16 am
Change in online CHL status....APPROVED!!
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by
Woody »
Sat May 28, 2005 10:32 am
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In order of events:
--November 02'--filled out CHL application online and paid $130 via credit card
--December 02'--Received my application packet...
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I'm not familiar with that ritual...
Sounds very gastrically unstable though...
But hey...I live for instability... :lol:
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Wed Jul 06, 2005 8:38 am
Interpretation of HB 1831
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jank »
Tue Jul 05, 2005 4:04 pm
I am confused about the wording of this new amendment and I am looking for clarification. I know that this is a new and I dont know if anyone has any...
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Last post by jank
Tue Jul 05, 2005 4:04 pm
Great Independence Day
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Jacob Staff »
Tue Jul 05, 2005 9:48 am
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Monday I went to a local IDPA groups fun shoot and makes some noise celebrating Americas B-Day.
Tuesday I checked the status of my CHL application....
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Had a great time.
Don't forget one of the best parts: Homemade apple pie :D
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Last post by Jacob Staff
Tue Jul 05, 2005 11:16 am
Carry in National Forest?
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dws1117 »
Mon Jul 04, 2005 8:20 am
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The thread on Metro carry that evolved into national/state park carry got me wondering about carrying in a national forest. Are national forests...
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Great! Thanks for the information. Good to know. I also like to drive out there (near where the range is located) park the car and just go wander...
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Last post by dws1117
Mon Jul 04, 2005 11:52 am
Workplace carry
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onerifle »
Sat Jul 02, 2005 12:05 am
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I wonder how this may affect workplace carry, if at all. :?
Why do I have a funny feeling it won't be a good thing ? Maybe I'm reaching, or just...
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Yep! There's an old saying among lawyers that goes , bad facts make bad law. It refers to appellate courts rendering bad/wrong decisions simply...
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Mon Jul 04, 2005 9:58 am
Metro carry
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isa268 »
Thu Jun 30, 2005 4:02 pm
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check out this tread on THR. Scroll down a littel to the discusion on carrying on metro busses.
Him:
Me:
Him
correct me if i'm wrong but i...
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Check to Parks and Wildlife Code as there are certain areas that are prohibited on a case by case basis. I believe they can be found in that book you...
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Last post by Baytown
Sun Jul 03, 2005 5:35 am
Need Help w/question
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LINCHPIN »
Fri Jul 01, 2005 5:50 pm
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Forgive me if I placed this in the wrong area, But does involve my CHL.
It,s 5:45 pm 07/01/05 . I just recieved two Subpoenas. And I'm a witness for...
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Good luck LINCHPIN!
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Last post by one eyed fatman
Fri Jul 01, 2005 9:06 pm
Posted Businesses
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USMC-COL »
Mon Jun 20, 2005 7:43 pm
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I recently took my daughter to the Cheesecake Factory at North Star mall in San Antonio (an otherwise good restaurant in my opinion) for her 18th...
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hey - we need to go shoot sometime. I didnt know I had CS buddies up here.
Fox is a bar, so it doesn't even technically need a 51% to keep us out....
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Last post by gigag04
Fri Jul 01, 2005 4:58 pm
Carrying a Gun in NY
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Baytown »
Thu Jun 02, 2005 8:58 am
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I will be going to NY soon and called ahead to the AG's office to ask about carrying my gun under the LEOPA of 04 (HR218), and any special...
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Whew!!! :shock: I've been fearing that Hey Charles, how quickly can you get to New York phone call from you. I'll glad you and Mrs. Baytown had a...
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Thu Jun 30, 2005 4:30 pm
Perry did it!
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one eyed fatman »
Sun Jun 19, 2005 8:59 pm
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OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
R i c k P e r r y
For Immediate Release
June 17,2005
Gov. Perry Signs Bills to Protect Gun Owners’ Rights
AUSTIN –...
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Yup, it passed.
Bill: HB 1831 - Legislative Session: 79(R)
Council Document: 79R 04313
Enrolled 06/18/2005 E Effective on 9/1/05
Relating to the...
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Last post by jimlongley
Thu Jun 30, 2005 2:07 pm
Carrying of OC spray..
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Velocity »
Sun Jun 26, 2005 8:51 am
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During the recent legal seminar for CHL holders, there was a question on legality of carrying OC/pepper spray since chemical dispensing devices are...
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Ain't it fun??? :shock: :lol:
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Last post by txinvestigator
Wed Jun 29, 2005 7:10 pm
Thank you Charles, Derek and PSC
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CaptDave »
Sun Jun 26, 2005 9:48 am
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I just wanted to say thanks again for putting together the legal seminar at PSC.
I really appreciate the time and effort Charles, Derek and Marc put...
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I enjoyed it as well...
If anything, it helped me put things back into perspective, and put me into the right mindset on how I should conduct...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Mon Jun 27, 2005 11:42 am
State Fair
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jgdean85 »
Thu Jan 13, 2005 12:53 am
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I plan to get my chl in March. I read on glocktalk that there is some sort of law that allows you to carry on city properties, ie the State Fair. Did...
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The neighborhood around the fairgrounds is kind of rough, somewhat run down and such.
Last year as my wife and I were making our way onto the auto...
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Last post by jimlongley
Sun Jun 26, 2005 6:06 pm
does a passenger have to show CHL
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ole-cuss »
Wed Jun 22, 2005 4:53 pm
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Should i get stopped and have to show my DL and CHL and my wife is with me does she have to show her CHL and DL too although she is not driving?
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I'm a CO for the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Kevin
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Last post by KBCraig
Sun Jun 26, 2005 12:29 pm
Legal Seminar at PSC
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Charles L. Cotton »
Thu Jun 09, 2005 7:03 pm
First post
The following people have sent emails and are registered for the seminar - 27 Total - 3 slots left!
PSC Members: Jim & Ruth
PSC Member Allen
PSC...
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Not to continue the thread indefinitely, but I also appreciated the time everyone took to come out and discuss these issues.
There was a question on...
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Last post by Velocity
Sun Jun 26, 2005 8:42 am
Wife got her chl today
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ole-cuss »
Wed Jun 22, 2005 2:49 pm
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My wife got her chl today and it took 60 days and she even had to redo her finger print card. Just checked on mine and it is in the mail.
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Now this is wrong, flat wrong. It's totally against nature! You and your wife go to dinner, she has a gun and you don't?!! Oh, the shame of it all....
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Wed Jun 22, 2005 4:10 pm
Question about CHL renewal
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by
RoundRock_Gun_Fan »
Wed Jun 15, 2005 3:09 pm
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I know, as of now, the CHL is good for 4 years. I have also heard that you can stretch it to 5 depending on your birthday. How does that work? I...
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Well, I got my CHL on the 06-21-2005 and the expiration date is 6-17-2010 so that just about makes mine good for 5 years! :D
I presume this is your...
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Last post by RoundRock_Gun_Fan
Wed Jun 22, 2005 3:06 pm
A perfect storm at the border
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Paladin »
Tue Jun 21, 2005 10:24 am
First post
3/28/05
A perfect storm at the border
By Ricardo Sandoval
In the summer of 2004, from adjacent cells deep inside a maximum-security prison, two...
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Not so good, but my wife can speak it without an accent (she learned a lot from school and some native speakers)
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Last post by Paladin
Wed Jun 22, 2005 12:22 pm
CHL Status?
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by
kegster »
Tue May 31, 2005 12:03 pm
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I checked the status of my application a couple of weeks ago and it said processing application .
Today I checked it and it says no application or...
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That means they haven't looked at it yet, but since you called you get bumped to the top of the line and I will process it now.
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Last post by Kalrog
Tue Jun 21, 2005 11:46 am
Applicability of Texas Penal Code Sec. 46.15
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rickb308 »
Thu Jun 09, 2005 1:04 pm
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To wit:
Sec. 46.02. UNLAWFUL CARRYING WEAPONS. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly carries on or about his...
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Just another poorly written piece of legislation. They must have gotten lessons from the US Congress!
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Last post by 4t5
Tue Jun 21, 2005 9:52 am
"You’ve got 850,000 gang members out there today"
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Paladin »
Mon Jun 20, 2005 4:43 pm
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You’ve got 850,000 gang members out there today. If they were an army they would be the sixth largest army in the world, -Rep. Randy Forbes , R-Va...
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I guess the good news is they don't all belong to the same gang.
And the better news is, alot of thier hostility is directed toward each other.
I...
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Last post by OverEasy
Mon Jun 20, 2005 8:09 pm
Pictures
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by
one eyed fatman »
Thu Dec 23, 2004 9:30 pm
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My first pic post here.
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haha nice pic! they should post some of those down here in killeen!
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Last post by sgtbrod
Sun Jun 19, 2005 11:23 pm
Paying for my employee's CHL
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by
Woody »
Fri Jun 17, 2005 5:02 pm
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As a benefit to my employees I'm thinking about offering to pay for their CHL (application & class). But I'm a little worried about the ramifications...
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Not sure on legal issues but my boss offers to pay for the class and you pay the state. However, if you are denied or you don't apply, you have to...
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Last post by RPBrown
Fri Jun 17, 2005 8:33 pm
Should the State extend the courtesy???
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by
stevie_d_64 »
Sun May 22, 2005 8:25 am
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No big secret where I would fall on this...
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Interesting poll, but I had to vote against the way it was worded. Here's my take.
1. If it is a place citizens don't have to go (such as a shopping...
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Last post by GlockenHammer
Tue Jun 14, 2005 11:05 pm
Carry on school property?
Replies: 9
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tehlump »
Fri Jun 10, 2005 1:10 pm
First post
Hi everyone,
I will soon have my CHL. I work full time and I am also a public university student.
I would like to know your opinion on the legality...
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When I read it, it sounds as though they are explaining that the CHL is not good there because of 46.03. I wish it was different, but I don't think...
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Last post by ElGato
Tue Jun 14, 2005 7:58 pm
I'm new around here...My CHL experience
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by
tehlump »
Fri Jun 10, 2005 11:14 am
First post
Hello everyone,
I am 28 years old, married with a 7 month old son. I have always owned guns, but normally they were shotguns or rifles. About the...
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Yep Chas, some of us could probably give ya more than an earfull on need to do topics - although much HAS been accomplished in the past ten years....
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Last post by Greybeard
Sun Jun 12, 2005 11:03 pm
TSRA Sportsman article on Mark Wilson
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Paladin »
Wed Apr 06, 2005 1:40 pm
First post
In the latest TSRA Sportsman journal, there was a nice article:
A look At a Hero: Mark Wilson , by Robert Langham
It's well worth reading.
One...
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Thanks for the link. I have really wanted some more information on the shootout. That fills in some gaps that the major media overlooked or ignored....
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Last post by tehlump
Fri Jun 10, 2005 1:23 pm
CHL & Cruise Ships
Replies: 7
by
wrt45 »
Thu May 26, 2005 9:54 pm
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I had a former CHL student call me and ask about a cruise he is planning to take. His question was, once arriving at the cruise ship departure site,...
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You cannot carry a gun a board the cruise ships!!!!
They search everything now...
The last I checked on it NO WAY... Better off leaving them home...
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Last post by Delta
Fri Jun 10, 2005 3:40 am
Would I need a lawyer?
Replies: 86
by
Scott Murray »
Mon Jan 10, 2005 1:37 pm
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If I ever had to use my handgun to save my life, my instincts would be to carefully explain what happened to the police, and trust that I wouldn't be...
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I would like very much to be at the seminar...
I will drive down from Dallas to be there
I am glad I found this website to.
Bill
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Last post by Delta
Fri Jun 10, 2005 3:06 am
Checking for other CHL holders in Texas
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by
rlp1970 »
Tue Jun 07, 2005 7:36 pm
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Hey Guys,
Is there a web site you can go to and check to see if another Texas resident has a chl license? I thought there was but I don't remember it
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There should not be a list of CHL holders, you can find out if that person has a CHL by providing the correct information on that person and yourself...
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Last post by ElGato
Tue Jun 07, 2005 8:25 pm
Checking CHL status
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by
FatboyHD »
Tue Jun 07, 2005 8:00 pm
First post
I'm new to this site and have really enjoyed the topics and information I have gained in the past few days. I was wondering what is the site to check...
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Sorry see the question ask several other times farther down. I have all the info I need now. Thanks
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Last post by FatboyHD
Tue Jun 07, 2005 8:06 pm
CHL Policy............
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by
Jim101 »
Mon Jun 06, 2005 11:50 am
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I'm sure most have seen this at Gun Shows, pay $129 a year have a card with a number to call 24X7 if you shoot someone....A justified shooting..They...
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This is hilarious.
It reminds of that e-mail that has the list of ways you can tell you are a houston native
One of them was you can properly...
7 Replies
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Last post by gigag04
Tue Jun 07, 2005 11:24 am
Lubbock 30.06 posting
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by
Brad Johnson »
Mon Jun 06, 2005 2:26 pm
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Just an FYI - GoodTimes Power Sports on the west loop is posted. And improperly so. They have what appears to be a hand-lettered 30.06 sign above the...
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In the appropriate proportions... :lol:
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Tue Jun 07, 2005 10:48 am
*** CHL Qusetions ***
Replies: 9
by
brjohnso »
Fri Jun 03, 2005 9:20 am
First post
Mr. Cotton or Members
I'm new to the forum, the main question I have is the approval process of the CHL I have done a online application and...
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Expunctions are generally granted in Texas for crimes in which you were found not guilty.
Art. 55.01. Right to Expunction
(a) A person who has...
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Last post by txinvestigator
Mon Jun 06, 2005 9:45 pm
Another resturant that don't want my business
Replies: 16
by
dutchman »
Mon May 30, 2005 1:41 pm
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'Chilii's' resturant in Greenville has an illegal sign on the door glass. It is out of the way, and hard to see. Small print says it is from the...
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I sure hope so. As I said earlier, I sure do like
Chili's and their hamburger. I could very easily been mistaken on the sign. I read it fast and I...
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Last post by dutchman
Mon Jun 06, 2005 1:32 pm
CHL status
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by
dws1117 »
Thu Feb 10, 2005 12:00 am
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I know that you can check the status of your CHL application by calling the DPS. Is there any other ways of checking other than calling? Maybe...
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Two questions, once you get the PIN# ( I have it) has anyone received their CHL without the status on-line changing from Processing Application ?...
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Last post by Jim101
Mon Jun 06, 2005 10:37 am
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Mon Jun 06, 2005 8:19 am
I have a slight problem with HB 685...
Replies: 10
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stevie_d_64 »
Wed Jun 01, 2005 9:31 am
First post
Now before I am slammed...Hear me out please...
Forever and a day since I have taken up my right to keep and bear arms in this country...I have felt...
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Kinda funny to make the fun portion of the class illegal to force an exempt person take it...
One of these days they may make it illegal to find out...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Mon Jun 06, 2005 8:08 am
15 Replies
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Last post by HighVelocity
Sun Jun 05, 2005 12:09 am
A question
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LINCHPIN »
Wed Jun 01, 2005 9:33 am
First post
I hope this is not a dummy question,.
Can you carry in the houston Zoo,
And can you carry at a funeral??
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Thanks again. I just found my little Tx gun law book that was givin to me on my renewal 2 yrs ago. Right on the nail :wink:
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Last post by LINCHPIN
Wed Jun 01, 2005 11:13 pm
Disturbing incident this morning
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Paladin »
Wed May 25, 2005 9:55 am
Was walking my dog as I do every morning. Nice day. Everything was great.
Then I see an older guy whom I've seen around before. He's out in front of...
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Last post by Bubba
Wed Jun 01, 2005 4:54 pm
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