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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
Vehicle Carrying
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by
razoraggie »
Sun Apr 13, 2008 11:12 pm
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Out of curiosity....Does anyone here disarm when they enter their vehicle and place their firearm into another means of carry while in their vehicle...
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Perhaps a bit of tan cloth draped over the back of the pistol would conceal it more
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Last post by WarHawk-AVG
Tue Apr 15, 2008 4:17 pm
Same ole Arguments...
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by
PetrucciFan »
Tue Apr 15, 2008 9:14 am
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....I just saw this on the front page of cnn.com. Nothing newsworthy but it's still interesting to see how common sense just completely skips over...
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Each police force answers solely to the administrative body for the host and to TCLEOSE. City departments only answer to the city...
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Last post by srothstein
Tue Apr 15, 2008 1:34 pm
Scarbourough Faire
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by
CodeJockey »
Tue Apr 15, 2008 11:07 am
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Hello all, my kids really want to go to Scarborough Faire this year. I'm not a fan of this, but they have free tickets from school so we're planning...
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welcome kingairpilot to the forum by the way.
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Last post by Rokyudai
Tue Apr 15, 2008 11:26 am
License Plate
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Daltex1 »
Sun Apr 13, 2008 8:10 am
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Does anyone know that when a LEO pulls you over that when they run your plates that it shows if you are a CHL holder? As soon as I got my CHL I...
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If the car was reported stolen...that would not be an issue. Running the plates would show it was stolen and the LEO would be on high alert.
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Last post by pt145ss
Mon Apr 14, 2008 3:22 pm
unlawful carry of a handgun (licensed)
Replies: 75
by
jhutto »
Tue Mar 25, 2008 10:49 pm
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:shock:
OK, I am a CHL. I have been charged with this. Can I contunue to carry. Will my License be suspended? Sorry I have no details about how this...
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I feel like I missed something in both stories.
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Last post by pt145ss
Sun Apr 13, 2008 10:33 pm
Delays in Receiving a TX CHL - anybody get this email
Replies: 19
by
GSchretter »
Fri Apr 11, 2008 7:20 am
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This can not be real. They want your CHL and DL numbers?
Hmm, seems a little fishy to me. My CHL and DL is between me and the state.
Also I like how...
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I believe it shows great character, and observations by the membership (here) with the concerns about the validity of the request and who some have...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Sun Apr 13, 2008 2:16 pm
fingerprints on one card backwards
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nemesisman »
Wed Mar 12, 2008 10:49 am
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when i took my fingerprints, the individual fingerprints on the TEXAS card were done backwards. the right hand is in the left hand column and vice...
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Me too. Get it right before sending it in.
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Last post by longtooth
Sat Apr 12, 2008 3:26 pm
Plano Presbyterian is now officially marked 30.06
Replies: 21
by
RCP »
Tue Apr 08, 2008 2:25 pm
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I have worked at Plano Presbyterian for going on 5 years now. Up until the past week they only had the State Law prohibits carrying a handgun on...
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Don't worry MBguy. You are not the first to make that mistake. I just get use to calling it HEB cause saying Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital...
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Last post by Wildscar
Sat Apr 12, 2008 11:17 am
URGENT: DPS Processing Information Needed ASAP!!!
Replies: 7
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Charles L. Cotton »
Wed Apr 09, 2008 3:17 pm
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I started a new thread and poll on DPS processing times. I planned to use this information in the 2009 Texas Legislative Session. I still do....
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Thanks anyway. Weekends count, BTW. It's 60 calendar days, not business days.
Chas.
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Fri Apr 11, 2008 9:04 pm
Defense with a gun - contrast
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by
Rex B »
Wed Apr 09, 2008 9:15 am
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Ed Driscoll compares two incidents and the local TV news coverage.
Starring our own Rebecca Aquillar
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They have a policy against delivery drivers carrying so it's a perfect fit!
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Last post by boomerang
Thu Apr 10, 2008 9:26 pm
Disarmed
Replies: 28
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para45 »
Fri Apr 04, 2008 1:47 am
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So I was wondering has anyone been disarmed? I was with a friend one time. He didnt have a CHL, but the pistol was unloaded and locked away. the LEO...
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That's an interesting way to pose the question. You can't really answer Yes or No. You have to answer with a complete sentence, or get follow-up...
28 Replies
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Last post by seamusTX
Thu Apr 10, 2008 6:22 pm
Permit from another state
Replies: 7
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pt145ss »
Thu Apr 10, 2008 12:00 pm
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Suppose I have a CHL and a permit from another state that has reciprocity with Texas. And let’s suppose for a minute that Texas suspends my CHL for...
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Y'all have given me several issues to respond to.
A person who is under indictment for a felony, has a pending charge of misemeanor domestic...
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Last post by seamusTX
Thu Apr 10, 2008 2:10 pm
A Dissertation on "Rights"
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by
shaggydog »
Wed Apr 09, 2008 5:36 pm
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I begin this thread with the intent of trying to adequately express my definition of “rights� and the permutations of that definition, in...
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We don't have a problem. Note I said in a truly free society. Ours is not truly free. The government and HOA should not be able to steal your...
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Last post by Doug.38PR
Thu Apr 10, 2008 12:30 pm
Florida pass Take your Gun to work law
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by
Texasdoc »
Wed Apr 09, 2008 9:43 pm
First post
Florida lawmakers pass take your guns to work law
By Michael PeltierWed Apr 9, 3:49 PM ET
Most Florida residents would be allowed to take guns to...
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Thread already started here
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Last post by boomerang
Thu Apr 10, 2008 12:01 am
Mailing CHL checklist?
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by
texasmr2 »
Wed Apr 09, 2008 7:31 pm
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Which form's to send in and to write my application number on? I know the app it's self as well as the picture and fingure print's along with my...
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Just look about 3 posts above this post in the Resources & Links section at this sticky and it has what you need.
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Last post by Keith B
Wed Apr 09, 2008 7:40 pm
TSRA Weekend
by
BrassMonkey »
Wed Apr 09, 2008 6:46 pm
Hey Guys,
Forgive my fading memory. Who was it that I met at the show that works for CP? Please IM me... :-)
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Last post by BrassMonkey
Wed Apr 09, 2008 6:46 pm
3rd renewal
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Pappy007 »
Fri Apr 04, 2008 6:26 pm
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Anybody going for their third renewal?
I know that all that is required is the prints, photo, etc., but, class and proficiency are not required....
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I'll get to the third renewal sooner or later. I'm getting started early (just turned 21).
I wish I could say about marriage. I'd like to hit the...
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Last post by BambooShoots
Wed Apr 09, 2008 3:32 pm
Weapon in Auto while in waiting room
Replies: 11
by
old farmer »
Tue Apr 08, 2008 11:51 am
First post
Morn :tiphat:
What is status of a person having weapon in your car while pending a CHL? I will be on vacation for 2 - 3 week, next month....
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I was thinking the same thing! I wondered why anyone would ask about a gun in your car while you're at the doctor's office.
rlol
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Last post by Kythas
Wed Apr 09, 2008 2:47 pm
Drawing a Gun on the Bad Guy
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by
TXGLOCK29 »
Wed Apr 02, 2008 12:58 pm
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I would like to hear from anyone (LEO's as well) who have actually been in a situation where they were forced to draw their weapon in self defense....
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When I was in college in Louisiana, I was driving on a road in the country late one night. My parents lived in the country and I had been at their...
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Last post by Kythas
Wed Apr 09, 2008 2:41 pm
What perceptions do you have of other states' CCW permit hol
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by
longhorn_92 »
Mon Apr 07, 2008 7:54 pm
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I was at the range yesterday and I met a guy from Florida with his CCW permit. Great guy - however, as I was watching his shot placements...they were...
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I agree that we should not attack or ridicule other shooters. However, we should help guide them if they need it.
I have started a few people...
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Last post by seamusTX
Wed Apr 09, 2008 10:14 am
A true scenario
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by
attila79 »
Fri Apr 04, 2008 10:42 am
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I meant to post this a long time ago, but I guess it’s never to late….
Over the holidays my wife and in-laws decided they wanted to spend...
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After the fact that suggestion of yours also crossed my mind, but if you've ever been to this little town it can be a bit dangerous crossing the...
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Last post by attila79
Wed Apr 09, 2008 9:07 am
Rifle carry in car
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by
para45 »
Tue Apr 01, 2008 11:19 am
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So i have read the law about rifle carry, i rigged up mount for the AR. Just incase i run out of .45's :fire . However, i have heard that it is...
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I had no idea about that law. In fact, I was looking for a good lock blade knife....I guess I will have to just not get caught! What are the better...
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Last post by longhorn_92
Tue Apr 08, 2008 10:12 pm
County Parks
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Zero_G »
Mon Apr 07, 2008 8:48 pm
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National parks have been in the news quite a bit recently, but I found this section in the Rules and Regs for Harris County Parks:
Is this...
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I think the rule was written before the law changed a few years ago.
IANAL, but as I understand current law, such a rule is not legally enforceable....
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Last post by frankie_the_yankee
Tue Apr 08, 2008 6:04 pm
Does anyone else carry a 10mm?
Replies: 24
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TXGLOCK29 »
Sun Mar 30, 2008 5:39 pm
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I am a proud owner of a Sig P220 .45, but recently I found a new caliber that I personally believe is superior to all others in the semi-auto group....
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I used to have a 1911 Thompson Center 10 mm in stainless.
It was tricked out a little for bowling pin matches.
The thing was a piece of garbage...
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Last post by foodawg
Tue Apr 08, 2008 3:41 pm
Friend stopped by DPS and scolded
Replies: 66
by
wrinkles »
Thu Mar 20, 2008 12:04 pm
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A couple of months ago a friend who has a CHL called to warn me of a DPS office in our area that had scolded him for not informing him he had a CHL...
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Part of the problem is that these guys have to know a lot of laws, therefore the details may get a little fuzzy. Especially as the laws change....
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Last post by foodawg
Tue Apr 08, 2008 3:30 pm
do I need a CHL for this?
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craig_o »
Fri Apr 04, 2008 8:11 am
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wondering what the legality on this might be:
assuming I was spending the night with my girlfriend at her parents' house, which she is taking care...
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I think the case could be made either way. IMHO, it's not a strong case. The law does not define premises except by the terms own or control. You...
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Last post by seamusTX
Tue Apr 08, 2008 9:46 am
Erwin Park - Is licensed carry allowed?
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by
ScubaSigGuy »
Mon Apr 07, 2008 5:05 pm
First post
Here are the posted rules...
Some simple Erwin Park rules:
No Alcohol. There is a zero tolerance on this rule.
Park and drive on paved surfaces...
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I agree that state law says that a city, county, school district, etc., cannot regulate the bearing of arms. But cities have not gotten the message....
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Last post by seamusTX
Tue Apr 08, 2008 9:30 am
CHL application---college student
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by
lws380 »
Sun Apr 06, 2008 11:15 am
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My son just completed CHL class. Lives in an appartment on campus. Drivers License has home address.
Should he put residence address as home and...
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I don't go to TC any more. Shame... I really liked their breakfast tacos.
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Last post by FightinAggieCHL
Mon Apr 07, 2008 10:53 pm
School attack in Australia
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tboesche »
Mon Apr 07, 2008 3:52 pm
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SYDNEY, Australia — Five teenagers brandishing baseball bats and machetes rampaged through a suburban school Monday and hit a teacher over the...
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This is a good thing. Australians can't have guns anymore, right? So when kids try to pull a Columbine or Virginia Tech, what the hey, it's just a...
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Last post by casingpoint
Mon Apr 07, 2008 8:27 pm
20/20 Friday, April 4
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by
smyrna »
Sat Apr 05, 2008 9:56 am
First post
Anyone catch 20/20 last night? Wow! What a story!
For those of you who didn't see it, here's an overview.
Setting is Long Island New York. Black...
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You should do everything in your power to prevent a struggle, and that includes staying in your home.
We pay our police to come to our house's and...
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Last post by 45 4 life
Mon Apr 07, 2008 9:45 am
Disturning reading...very disturbing.
Replies: 32
by
Afff_667 »
Thu Apr 03, 2008 1:14 pm
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There was a reference the other day in TexasCHL Forum to another forum, forums.officer.com, where some very good information could be found as...
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You can blame the MODS for allowing that sort of thing, and if they allow it, that says alot about the site as well.
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Last post by dihappy
Mon Apr 07, 2008 1:55 am
30.06 and the not so 30.06??
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doghouse »
Sun Apr 06, 2008 8:31 am
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Well I'm sure it has been discussed and I bet I get a pretty quick answer. I was walking into the only mall here in B/CS and saw a sign posted on the...
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I too have looked all over Post Oak Mall. No 30.06 sign that I saw. I carry in there whenever I go in. After the Omaha shooting, why wouldn't you?
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Last post by FightinAggieCHL
Sun Apr 06, 2008 7:00 pm
NRA President Dead at 84
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by
ZARASTER »
Sun Apr 06, 2008 1:24 pm
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Hollywood movie legend Charlton Heston dead at 84: family
7...
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Thread already started here but nice links to the videos! :smile:
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Last post by Keith B
Sun Apr 06, 2008 1:28 pm
Dallas Auto Show
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Thunderduck »
Sat Apr 05, 2008 12:17 pm
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Hey I am going to the Dallas auto show here in a little bit and was wondering if they had any signs posted or security at the door prohibiting me...
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Check the places listed in Dallas at Texas3006.com
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Last post by Russell
Sun Apr 06, 2008 9:58 am
3rd-graders aimed to hurt teacher
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troglodyte »
Tue Apr 01, 2008 7:23 pm
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Cops: 3rd-graders aimed to hurt teacher By RUSS BYNUM, Associated Press Writer
1 hour, 12 minutes ago
WAYCROSS, Ga. - A group of third-graders...
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This was class of special needs kids. Whether it be autistic, ADD, ADHD, or other learning disabilities. While some of these types kids do come from...
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Last post by Keith B
Sun Apr 06, 2008 8:30 am
Houston Museum of Fine Arts 30.06 posted?
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by
M9FAN »
Fri Apr 04, 2008 7:54 pm
First post
My father and I are headed to the Pompeii Exhibit at the Houston Museum of Fine Arts tomorrow, and I was wondering if anyone knew whether or not the...
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Thanks Liberty and bdickens; you both were correct. (Not that I questioned either of you, or course). ;-)
For future reference, I saw no 30.06...
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Last post by M9FAN
Sat Apr 05, 2008 6:27 pm
A Good Take on the Pizza Hut Delivery Guy
Replies: 2
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Lochinvar »
Fri Apr 04, 2008 5:41 pm
First post
Here is a pretty good take on the story of the Pizza Hut delivery guy who was suspended for carrying...and saving himself...while on company time....
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But..... the person has a GUN! :fire
That changes everything!
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Last post by Russell
Sat Apr 05, 2008 11:04 am
5 Replies
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Last post by Russell
Sat Apr 05, 2008 11:00 am
Traveling by air- No checked baggage
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by
tboesche »
Tue Apr 01, 2008 1:07 pm
First post
Later this month I will be flying via Frontier Airlines, to Spokane Washington to pick up my daughter and will be driving back to Texas. Since I am...
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Yup. Washington does not have reciprocity with Texas. You would also be covered under the traveling clause in Federal law that states the same...
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Last post by NcongruNt
Sat Apr 05, 2008 12:17 am
Fort Worth Convention Center
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stoneface »
Fri Apr 04, 2008 6:16 pm
First post
I am getting dragged by my girls to see High School Musical on Ice tonight, and I figure I might need my weapon to put myself out of my misery :yawn...
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Yep. I carried and there were no signs and no security at the doors, just some FWPD officers standing in the corner.
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Last post by stoneface
Fri Apr 04, 2008 10:36 pm
Police Ride Along
Replies: 27
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TXGLOCK29 »
Sat Mar 29, 2008 4:26 pm
First post
Alright friends, please forgive me for the ignorant question I am about to ask you, but it must be asked. I will be doing a police ride along here...
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ROFL!!!!!!!!!!!!! Keith, you a funny guy!!!!!
27 Replies
4928 Views
Last post by Tactical_Texan_CHL
Fri Apr 04, 2008 3:15 pm
Age related question and instructor recommendation
Replies: 15
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srothstein »
Tue Apr 01, 2008 12:39 am
First post
Well, I had an interesting conversation with my oldest daughter tonight. She says she is interested in getting her CHL. This was a slight shock to me...
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A person who is under 21 cannot buy a handgun from a dealer. It doesn't matter if you have a CHL, are in the miitary, or won a Silver Star.
- Jim
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Last post by seamusTX
Fri Apr 04, 2008 1:02 pm
How to locate past speeding tickets in small Texas towns?
Replies: 4
by
Rayden »
Wed Apr 02, 2008 11:35 pm
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I got a couple of speeding tickets a few years ago while on a trip from Houston to El Paso. One from Sonora I believe, and the other one just right...
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A ticket from Patton Village (Hwy. 59, just north of Houston) caught up with me 4 or 5 years later. They sent a warning letter, with the fine and...
4 Replies
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Last post by KBCraig
Fri Apr 04, 2008 10:18 am
Police stealing your ammo?
Replies: 28
by
Doug.38PR »
Mon Mar 31, 2008 1:13 pm
First post
A co worker of mine told me a while back that he used to have a CHL and carried. He said a Houston Policeman pulled him over once, presented the...
Last post
Go to page 3 and you will find the OP states the friend is in Louisiana.
28 Replies
2585 Views
Last post by G.A. Heath
Fri Apr 04, 2008 12:07 am
Question
Replies: 2
by
Kythas »
Thu Mar 27, 2008 3:54 pm
First post
I was arrested in 1999 for a bad check on a warrant issued out of Dallas county. I went to the Dallas County Clerk's office today to get a certified...
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Thanks, Jim.
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1015 Views
Last post by Kythas
Thu Apr 03, 2008 3:38 pm
Illinois state representative robbed at gunpoint
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by
Russell »
Sat Mar 29, 2008 2:31 pm
First post
I agree with her. We also need to further tighten gun control laws in Illinois, and train a larger and more agile army of Love Soldiers to conquer...
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Did you miss the part about her being a Democrat?
10 Replies
736 Views
Last post by Crossfire
Thu Apr 03, 2008 11:29 am
stopping a robbery or shooting?
Replies: 11
by
nemesisman »
Wed Apr 02, 2008 7:05 pm
First post
i often wonder about a scenario where someone might come into a restaurant and try to rob the place or rather just start shooting. if i happen to end...
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I will always shoot to wound. That wound will be in the Center of Mass. My intention is the wound will stop them, and that wound MAY lead to death if...
11 Replies
1219 Views
Last post by Keith B
Thu Apr 03, 2008 8:42 am
employment history
Replies: 4
by
sylus27 »
Wed Apr 02, 2008 10:49 pm
First post
This is probably a question for the instructors on the site. I haven't worked constantly over the last 5 years due to school - there are a few months...
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I don't believe DPS actually checks with employers. They just want to know the county you work in so they can check for arrest/convictions. Your...
4 Replies
676 Views
Last post by WildBill
Thu Apr 03, 2008 8:07 am
Fingerprinting in a law enforcement agency - Houston?
Replies: 2
by
Rayden »
Wed Apr 02, 2008 1:14 am
First post
Hi,
I need to know where I can go (any law enforcement agency) for fingerprinting. It is NICS appeal related and I wanted to send a set of my prints...
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Git it done at the downtown HPD HD. LONG LONG wait ... maybe I caught them during lunch hour ... cost 10 bucks.
2 Replies
566 Views
Last post by Rayden
Wed Apr 02, 2008 10:25 pm
Austin Airport
Replies: 7
by
stash »
Wed Apr 02, 2008 8:01 am
First post
My brother and some of his family will have a two hour layover at the Austin Airport and I am thinking of driving up there to visit with him. Anyone...
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There was a thread about ABIA a little while back, and it was verified that the airport is not posted. In the process of us trying to figure out if...
7 Replies
1074 Views
Last post by NcongruNt
Wed Apr 02, 2008 4:59 pm
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