Eligibility questions. Yes DA.

[TPHarris]

In 2003 I was placed on deferred adjudication for a state jail felony in Texas possession of a CS very small amount. I was young(ish) and basically self destructing after the loss of my Grandfather who was my hunting/shooting partner since I was about 12. Two years later I finished my deferred probation without a hitch.

It has been 10 years since then and now that I have matured and become a law abiding citizen and I would like to be able to own and shoot guns at the range. And of course eventually get my CHL after I have had some range time.

Over the last week or so I have been doing a ton of reading on the subject and have read a lot of conflicting information. I do have an appointment to talk with a local lawyer to confirm what I believe to be true on the 29th. But I would like yalls opinion on the subject.

I believe based on what I read that since it has been nearly 11 years (5/23/16) I was on deferred that I should have no issue at the very least owning a firearm, keeping it in my home, and transporting it to the range and back. And eventually when I deem myself ready have a shot at getting a CHL. Do you agree or am I misunderstanding the statutes?

Thank you in advance for your responses they are appreciated greatly.

ETA: I forgot to mention that since then I have not had any interactions with law enforcement at all. Except for the K9 Officers who use our welding shop for training. :)

[OneGun]

You need to check that the court record accurately reflects that you completed your requirements successfully. Your attorney can do that for you. I am not attorney, so I don't give legal advice. Using an attorney is the best way to get the correct information.

[TPHarris]

Thanks for the reply, I have printed out the records through the HC Clerks office that states "DA Terminated" but I have read stories about these cases being left "open" after completion. That's exactly what I am going to get my attorney to make sure has not happened to me.

I wish I still had the letter they sent me upon completion but after 11 years and a move to a new home I have no idea where it wound up.

[MeMelYup]

Thanks for the reply, I have printed out the records through the HC Clerks office that states "DA Terminated" but I have read stories about these cases being left "open" after completion. That's exactly what I am going to get my attorney to make sure has not happened to me.

I wish I still had the letter they sent me upon completion but after 11 years and a move to a new home I have no idea where it wound up.

A copy of that letter should be in your record.