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victory wrote:You are probably eligible but DPS can make a subjective decision where multiple drug and alcohol convictions are involved.

This subsection does not preclude the disqualification of an individual for being a chemically dependent person if other evidence exists to show that the person is a chemically dependent person.

GC §411.171. DEFINITIONS. In this subchapter:
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(2) “Chemically dependent person” means a person who frequently or
repeatedly becomes intoxicated by excessive indulgence in alcohol or uses
controlled substances or dangerous drugs so as to acquire a fixed habit and an
involuntary tendency to become intoxicated or use those substances as often
as the opportunity is presented.

GC §411.172. ELIGIBILITY. (a) A person is eligible for a license to carry a
concealed handgun if the person:
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(6) is not a chemically dependent person
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(c) An individual who has been convicted two times within the 10-year period
preceding the date on which the person applies for a license of an offense of
the grade of Class B misdemeanor or greater that involves the use of alcohol
or a controlled substance as a statutory element of the offense is a chemically
dependent person for purposes of this section and is not qualified to receive
a license under this subchapter. This subsection does not preclude the
disqualification of an individual for being a chemically dependent person if other
evidence exists to show that the person is a chemically dependent person.
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KRoyal wrote:

Keith B wrote:Public intoxication is normally a Class C misdemeanor and should not be an issue. The DWI first offense is usually a Class B misdemeanor and will disqualify you for the 5 year period. The only gotcha might be is the PI was a class B for some reason then you would fall into the 'chemically dependent 10 year rule

Is not a chemically dependant person (a person with two convictions within the ten year period preceding the date of application for offenses (Class B or greater) involving the use of alcohol or a controlled substance is ineligible as a chemically dependent person. Other evidence of chemical dependency may also make an individual ineligible for a CHL),

So, if the PI was a C and the DWI is over 5 years and there are no other offenses, you should be OK. Hopefully you listed them and sent documentation to show the disposition?

Thanks no the PI was a Class C. I did list them, but didn't send in documentation to show disposition. It never asked me for more information.

Is not a chemically dependant person (a person with two convictions within the ten year period preceding the date of application for offenses (Class B or greater) involving the use of alcohol or a controlled substance is ineligible as a chemically dependent person. Other evidence of chemical dependency may also make an individual ineligible for a CHL),