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by propellerhead
Tue Nov 07, 2006 2:44 pm
Forum: Other States
Topic: Yet another Utah CHL thread...
Replies: 35
Views: 9798

Re: Carrying in other states with Utah CHL....

AggieMM wrote:An interesting idea, but I don't see the huge benefit, but that's just me. I believe in supporting my State, even if it costs me a few more $$'s. :)

Ryan
I'm all for supporting my state too. The number of states covered isn't really a concern in my friend's case. It is simply a cost issue. If there's a cheaper option that will yield the same result, then that's the option she'd like to take to protect herself. The rest of us who have extra spending cash will support our state's program.

I assume intent of the the whole reciprocity thing is to allow residents of other states who have been issued licenses by their home states, to carry here in Texas. I don't know if it really addresses Texas residents getting licenses from other states to carry here in Texas.
by propellerhead
Tue Nov 07, 2006 9:32 am
Forum: Other States
Topic: Yet another Utah CHL thread...
Replies: 35
Views: 9798

Diode wrote:What about the LEO at a traffic stop? Will that make it hard for them to verify your permit? Just curious, I do see your point on cost but will it cause you grief in the process? Interesting! :grin:
That's exactly what I'm trying to gauge. Will the cost savings bring a lot of grief in the end? What if the Texas Resident who has a Utah CFP and not a Texas CHL actually had to shoot someone in self defense and an investigation happens? Will the licensee still be free and clear on the validity of the license issue?

PS. It's not for me. I already have my TX CHL. It's for my friend. She's a young twenty-something single parent, working an hourly wage job, etc. I would prefer she gets a TX CHL but the $140 to the state and $100 for the class is a bit steep for her.
by propellerhead
Tue Nov 07, 2006 9:06 am
Forum: Other States
Topic: Yet another Utah CHL thread...
Replies: 35
Views: 9798

Diode wrote:Now tell me again, why not just get a Texas CHL?
Aside from the cost of the class, the Utah CHL is $59. The Texas CHL is $140. If the end result is the same, why go for the $140 option? And that is why I have been chasing this. I'm trying to ensure there's no residency clause somewhere that will make a Utah CHL invalid for a Texas resident. Again, if the end result is the same, then the Utah CHL makes more sense.
by propellerhead
Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:39 pm
Forum: Other States
Topic: Yet another Utah CHL thread...
Replies: 35
Views: 9798

Yet another Utah CHL thread...

I couldn't leave well enough alone and had to get yet another source telling me it was ok to be a Texas Resident with a Texas Drivers License and a Utah CHL. I emailed the place in Austin and got this back. I thought I'd share it in case there was someone else as anal as me.
From: <propellerhead>
Sent: Monday, November 06, 2006 8:40 AM
To: CHLS
Subject: Question about a UTAH CHL in Texas

Can a Texas resident who has a Utah CHL legally carry a concealed handgun in Texas?


Let’s say I live in Utah and I have a Utah CHL. Then I move to Texas and within 30 days I get a Texas drivers license and change the license plates on my car to Texas plates. Does my Utah CHL still allow me to carry concealed?


Thank you.

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From: CHLS [mailto:CHL@txdps.state.tx.us]
Sent: Monday, November 06, 2006 1:42 PM
To: <propellerhead>
Subject: RE: Question about a UTAH CHL in Texas

We do have reciprocity with UTAH but you need to check with them on non-resident status.

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From: <propellerhead>
Sent: Monday, November 06, 2006 2:56 PM
To: CHLS
Subject: RE: Question about a UTAH CHL in Texas

So, a Texas resident can have a Utah CHL (and only a Utah CHL) and legally carry in Texas?

I will check with Utah on non-residency.

Thank you.

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From: CHLS [mailto:CHL@txdps.state.tx.us]
Sent: Monday, November 06, 2006 2:59 PM
To: <propellerhead>
Subject: RE: Question about a UTAH CHL in Texas



YES but if you have a TEXAS DL and a UTAH CHL you can be detained until the officer get clear on UTAH LAWS AND STATUES.
If you go to the Utah DPS website and look through their FAQs, you'll find the following:
Do I have to be a Utah resident in order to obtain a Utah Concealed Firearms Permit?

No. Any U.S. citizen may obtain a Utah concealed firearm permit, providing they meet the minimum qualifications.

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