Handgun Terminology Glossary

A license to legally carry a handgun either openly or concealed in the state of Texas and issued ...

A series of documents that will be filled out by the applicant and submitted to the DPS for appro...

A permit issued by certain states that allows individuals to carry a hidden firearm on their pers...

Similar to CHL, it's a permit that authorizes the bearer to carry a concealed weapon in public.

The practice of visibly carrying a firearm in public spaces where it is legally permitted.

A legal and safety procedure conducted by authorities to review an individual's criminal, financi...

A permit or license that allows you to carry a concealed weapon in public. To obtain a concealed ...

Fundamental safety principles that include treating all guns as if they are loaded, never pointin...

A certification that verifies the holder has passed a test on firearm safety, often required befo...

Regulations designed to prevent children from accessing firearms, often requiring gun owners to s...

Laws regulated by the federal government that govern the manufacture, sale, possession, and use o...

A legal doctrine that allows an individual to use force in self-defense when threatened in their ...

Statutes in some states that allow individuals to defend themselves against threats or perceived ...

A device used to hold or restrict the undesired movement of a handgun, most commonly used when th...

The projectiles and their components, including bullets, cartridge cases, primers, and propellant...

A measurement of the internal diameter of a gun barrel's bore or the diameter of a firearm's bull...

A secure storage container designed to prevent unauthorized access to firearms, often used to com...

A device designed to prevent a firearm from being discharged, typically by blocking the trigger m...

Guidelines and practices designed to ensure safety when firing weapons at a shooting range, inclu...

Legal principles and educational courses focused on teaching individuals how to protect themselve...

Training designed to increase an individual's perception and understanding of their environment a...

Legal principles that define the circumstances under which an individual may use force, including...

Tools and techniques designed to incapacitate or deter an aggressor without causing fatal injurie...

Locations where state or federal law explicitly forbids the carrying of firearms, regardless of t...

Legal requirements that specify the minimum age at which an individual can legally purchase or po...

A license that enables individuals or companies to engage in the business of manufacturing, impor...

A system used by gun sellers to quickly determine if a prospective buyer is eligible to purchase ...

Biometric data provided by applicants as part of the background check process for obtaining a han...

Texas recognizes handgun licenses issued by other states, provided those states also recognize Te...

A Texas law that allows individuals to carry a handgun without a license for a limited period imm...

A test that evaluates an applicant's knowledge of firearm laws, safety rules, and handling proced...

A web-based educational program that covers the theoretical aspects of handgun safety, laws, and ...

A practical test of an applicant's ability to safely handle and accurately shoot a handgun, requi...

The procedure required to maintain the validity of a handgun license, typically involving updated...

An agreement between two or more states recognizing each other's concealed carry permits, allowin...

A short-term authorization granted in some jurisdictions while the official handgun license appli...

Legal stipulations that require applicants to be residents of the state or jurisdiction in which...

Conditions or backgrounds, such as felony convictions or mental health issues, that can prevent a...

The procedure by which applicants can contest a denial of their handgun license application, ofte...

A document awarded to individuals who successfully complete the required training courses or exam...

A part of the application process where candidates disclose their criminal history, mental health...

The act of granting an official handgun license to an applicant who has met all requirements, typ...

The process by which a handgun license can be temporarily suspended or permanently revoked due to...

A requirement for license holders to inform the issuing authority of any changes to their residen...

The state agency responsible for issuing handgun licenses, conducting background checks, and over...

Legal notices used by property owners in Texas to prohibit the carrying of concealed handguns (30...

The section of Texas law that outlines offenses and regulations related to weapons, including the...

The online platform provided by the Texas Department of Public Safety for managing handgun licens...

Specialized training recommended or required for certain professionals in Texas, focusing on how ...

A Texas law that allows individuals with an LTC to carry concealed handguns on the campuses of pu...

Specific locations in Texas where carrying a handgun is illegal, even with an LTC, such as school...

A strategy adopted by some Texas schools to authorize employees to carry handguns on campus as a ...

In Texas, the legal obligation of an LTC holder to promptly notify a law enforcement officer of t...

In Texas, the law specifies that handguns carried openly must be carried in a holster, but it doe...

The legal minimum age to apply for a License to Carry a handgun in Texas, which is 18 years of age.

Prior to being renamed LTC (License to Carry), CHL was the term used in Texas for permits allowin...

Texas does not require private sellers to conduct a background check prior to transferring a fire...

Texas law provides protections for individuals traveling with firearms, allowing for the transpor...

This law allows Texas residents to display a firearm in a public place in a manner calculated to ...

An initiative by the Texas Department of Public Safety aimed at reducing accidental gun injuries ...

While Texas law does not require individuals to report lost or stolen firearms to law enforcement...

Texas law imposes enhanced penalties for certain criminal offenses involving firearms, such as co...

Texas law generally prohibits local governments from enacting gun control measures that are more ...

Legal provisions in Texas that allow individuals subject to certain court orders, such as domesti...

Regulations that provide guidelines for the presence and storage of firearms in homes licensed fo...