Texas CHL (Concealed Handgun License)

Prior to being renamed LTC (License to Carry), CHL was the term used in Texas for permits allowing the concealed carry of handguns. The terminology shifted to reflect the allowance of open carry under the license.

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

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Concealed Carry Permit

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

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Reciprocity Agreement

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

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Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) Permit

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

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Concealed Handgun License

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

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Application

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

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License to Carry

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

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