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mojo84 wrote:

SteveD4600 wrote:I was told in my class that you should hand both your DL and LTC permit in Texas and keep your hands on the steering wheel. In other states it may be different. OH I plan on putting my DL and LTC permit in a neck lanyard holder so I can hand it out with out reaching for my pocket.

You were told correctly for an LTC holder. However, this topic is about someone without an LTC carrying in their car. Under that scenario, notification is not required.

Unless asked, I also don't believe notification beyond providing the LTC when asked for ID is required if you are carrying. However, common courtesy may be a reason one chooses to give further notification.

Yes. Good point. Original question was...do you have to notify that you are carrying (eg. under MPA) if you don't have LTC? The answer is NO. And if you are carrying illegally you don't have to notify either (fifth amendment ).

And to really split hairs, you don't have to "notify" if you are carrying and DO have a LTC. You must, however, present your ID and LTC if ID is demanded by a Peace Officer or Magistrate.

cbunt1 wrote:As posted above, notification is only required if carrying under the authority of your LTC.

That said, without having an LTC, I wouldn't say anything about a firearm in the vehicle unless I was specifically asked.

If they want to know, they'll ask.

Very technically notice is required if you HAVE a LTC and you are CARRYING, even if not under the authority of it.