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Articles Related to Application

How to get a Texas Handgun License in December 2024

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License to Carry Texas: A How to Guide on Getting Licensed in December 2024

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How to get a License to Carry (LTC) in Texas in December 2024

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The Best Guide for Texas Concealed Carry in December 2024

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How to Obtain Your Texas LTC Online in December 2024

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Best Way to Find a License to Carry Course in Austin, Texas in December 2024

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Step by Step Texas License to Carry Application Guide December 2024

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How to Submit Fingerprints for Texas License to Carry December 2024

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Glossary Terms Related to Application

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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Application

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

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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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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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Background Check

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

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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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National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS)

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

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Fingerprints

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

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Written Exam

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

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Shooting Proficiency Exam

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

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Online Course

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

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Renewal Process

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

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Residency Requirements

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

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Disqualifying Factors

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

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Appeal Process

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

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Certificate of Completion

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

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Background Declaration Form

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

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License Issuance

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

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Suspension and Revocation

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

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Change of Address Notification

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

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Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)

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

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Texas Penal Code Chapter 46

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

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Texas Online Handgun Licensing (TOHL)

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

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Active Shooter Response Training

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

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Minimum Age for LTC

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

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Firearms in Foster Homes

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

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