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Mon May 16, 2016 3:42 pm
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Mon Aug 31, 2015 3:54 pm
Crime Statistics: CHL v. General Population
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Charles L. Cotton »
Wed Aug 06, 2008 2:22 pm
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CHLs have proven themselves to be responsible and law-abiding and the public deserves to know that the unscrupulous scare tactics used by opponents...
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2015 Crime Stats have been published by DPS:
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Last post by bblhd672
Wed Oct 26, 2016 9:14 am
Scenario question
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Russell »
Sun Aug 20, 2006 11:47 pm
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This actually happened to my girlfriend and I last night, and luckily it didn't turn into something more serious. I really don't like it when people...
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As a female, I get as far away from these people as possible.
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Last post by Venus Pax
Mon Aug 21, 2006 7:39 pm
Promise Keepers-Dallas
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txinvestigator »
Sun Jul 23, 2006 1:13 pm
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Anyone else going? August 11 and 12.
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i was there both days. i was wearing a black shirt with a badge on it. about 30% of the security people were actual police officers. those of us...
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Last post by Chris
Mon Aug 21, 2006 7:33 pm
What are TX knife laws?
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bluelineman »
Fri Jun 30, 2006 7:56 pm
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What are the TX knife laws (length of blade)? I'm asking this in reference to carrying a knife (in place of a gun) in a place that has a 51% sign or...
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Because it's a stupid law that no one cares to enforce. It's an add-on charge, or one of those I can't make a case on anything else, so I'll arrest...
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Last post by KBCraig
Sun Aug 20, 2006 11:28 pm
Holsters and CHL
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by
Popshot »
Thu Jul 06, 2006 12:42 pm
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I am considering applying for CHL and have been practicing situational awareness and marksmanship towards that goal. I have not practiced drawing...
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Good luck with the CHL. Take a look a the Tueller Drill - you can find this information on the web. This may help in deciding what type of holster...
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Last post by Rich
Sun Aug 20, 2006 11:02 pm
Sign Again
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TxBlonde »
Sun Aug 20, 2006 6:24 pm
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Ok the law says that the letters have to be one inch tall what if they are taller than one inch?
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In reference to sign specifications, PC 30.06(c)(3)(B)ii reads appears in contrasting colors with block letters at least one inch in height ; and...
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Last post by yerasimos
Sun Aug 20, 2006 6:48 pm
Going to class Saturday!
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SW40VE »
Tue Aug 08, 2006 5:05 pm
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What should I expect? What will happen throughout the day?
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Actually, I took the class last Saturday the 12th. I did shoot a perfect score and missed only one written test question. Mailed my packet off last...
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Last post by SW40VE
Sun Aug 20, 2006 4:08 pm
a problem arises
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TxBlonde »
Sun Aug 20, 2006 11:48 am
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What does that stand for. I think we need a forum topic for acronyms
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So many are forum specific in the lists that one might read.
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Last post by lrb111
Sun Aug 20, 2006 2:30 pm
gun friendly attorney?
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sjones »
Mon Aug 14, 2006 6:38 am
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I'm not real sure where to post this so if its in the wrong place then I appoligize.Does anybody happen to know one in the south Dallas or Waxahachie...
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You can also find this information via the web at
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Last post by Lodge2004
Sun Aug 20, 2006 7:59 am
Question about CC at the workplace
Replies: 23
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kauboy »
Wed Aug 16, 2006 11:53 am
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Sorry I keep coming up with these, but I am just a curious bugger and there are so many informed and knowledgable sources available here.
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More and more 30.06 signs are being put up, yet few if any of these businesses have any security on the premises.
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Last post by Rich
Sun Aug 20, 2006 12:41 am
TC on West and 45
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RedRaider »
Sat Aug 05, 2006 5:52 pm
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The Taco Cabana on West Road and 45 has a 30.06 sign that was not compliant. Right wording in both English and Spanish, but it was a paper sized...
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This is what I told the Manager of another Taco Cabana with the 30.06 posted... Yo Quiero Taco Bell! :seeya:
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Last post by Rich
Sun Aug 20, 2006 12:05 am
Hunting and CCW...........
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AggieMM »
Tue Jun 27, 2006 11:00 pm
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As a new CHL holder, I have a quick question. This fall, my father-in-law has invited me to join him dove hunting. I've never been dove hunting...
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I would certainly hope not... at least that's the way I was taught and have always done. It's quick, doesn't cost a cent nor damage any meat and...
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Last post by sparx
Sat Aug 19, 2006 11:40 pm
Permission to search vehicle?
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rodc13 »
Tue Aug 15, 2006 7:14 am
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A friend raised a question regarding showing the CHL when stopped by an LEO, and I realized I'd never really thought about it. Does this give...
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If you aren't up to something why do you object to search?
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Last post by revjen45
Sat Aug 19, 2006 11:13 pm
Cell Phone Useful information
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Texasdoc »
Fri Aug 18, 2006 8:12 am
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Though some of you would liketo know this info.
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I was just about to post also on ESN.
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Last post by Venus Pax
Sat Aug 19, 2006 6:55 pm
Window
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TxBlonde »
Mon Aug 14, 2006 8:51 pm
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& 30.06 signs. Does it count if the sign is on a window of a bussiness?
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Nasr Jewelry was actually involve in two shooting at another location, so their feelings on personal guns a clear. The other Jewelry store actaully...
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Last post by TxFire
Sat Aug 19, 2006 3:52 pm
BAD CONDUCT DISCHARGE
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gunny »
Tue Aug 01, 2006 12:35 am
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Hello all,
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+1 best you are going to get. Sit back and listen to someone that really knows how to shoot and makes concealed carry a real part of his everyday...
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Last post by jbirds1210
Fri Aug 18, 2006 10:15 pm
Anyone Ever Use CHL-Texas to Renew or Get Their License?
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Braden »
Thu Aug 17, 2006 3:24 pm
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I'm signed up for a renewal class next weekend at CHL Texas in Austin (). I'm just wondering if anyone has ever taken a class there and what they...
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I have taken Mr. Bransford's class on a couple of occasions. He is a good instructor who seems to know what he's talking about. Overall I enjoyed the...
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Last post by ih8h8ers
Fri Aug 18, 2006 8:23 pm
Dogs etc
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MrDrummy »
Mon Aug 14, 2006 1:53 am
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I looked for this topic elsewhere, but couldn't find much discussion on it, and would like some of y'alls input.
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Hehehe....I can just imagine the look on the dog's face. He's a snarling, growling, foaming fury of teeth and hair and then all of the sudden......
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Last post by Braden
Thu Aug 17, 2006 10:04 am
Placing gun somewhere in the car while driving
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Russell »
Sat Aug 05, 2006 3:50 am
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Let's say I'm on a nice trip and decide that having my handgun on me while driving is uncomfortable. Am I legal to take it off of me and conceal it...
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I'm thinking there is a way you can change the way the doors lock. I'd look in the manual or give the dealership a call. There are alot of little...
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Last post by RedRaider
Thu Aug 17, 2006 8:08 am
Article about Katrina and Houston's crime rate
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KBCraig »
Mon Aug 14, 2006 6:53 pm
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Katrina Victims Blamed for Houston Crime
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This is why I carry.
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Last post by Venus Pax
Wed Aug 16, 2006 9:12 pm
Another's personal property
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kauboy »
Tue Aug 15, 2006 3:40 pm
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I have a quick question for you CHL folks (I don't have mine yet so I'm not included :sad: ).
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Thanks for that referrence BobCat. Your thread helped alot. I guess I should have searched first :oops:
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Last post by kauboy
Tue Aug 15, 2006 5:41 pm
A technical question
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Venus Pax »
Sat Aug 12, 2006 7:39 pm
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Okay, I've got concealment issues.
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That Bersa should be fairly easy to conceal. Not sure if Galco makes one for it or not, but their line of deep concealment holsters are excellent at...
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Last post by age_ranger
Tue Aug 15, 2006 3:48 pm
Saw 51% sign on pizza place in Greenspoint Mall
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Boma »
Mon Aug 14, 2006 11:02 pm
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No signs on the food court entrance, but I saw the 51% sign posted on the wall of the pizza place. I guess it just means I can't go behind their...
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Ok, so we now know you are a true blonde. :lol:
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Last post by HighVelocity
Tue Aug 15, 2006 4:48 am
Alabama now on board
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DaveT »
Thu Aug 10, 2006 6:19 pm
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Texas and Alabama have signed a Reciprocity agreement.
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Great...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Mon Aug 14, 2006 11:03 am
Authority of National Guard?
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pfgrone »
Sun Aug 13, 2006 5:34 pm
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Dropped my wife off at the airport this weekend and thought about one state that had called the national guard out to protect airports right after...
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No, they are not commissioned Peace Officers. A commissioned peace officer has completed the TCLEOSE required training and been hired and sworn in by...
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Last post by txinvestigator
Sun Aug 13, 2006 6:02 pm
carry in church now ?
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sjones »
Sun Aug 13, 2006 7:44 am
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I've been out of texas for the last couple of years,have they changed the law,that you can carry in church now?thanks sj
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To whom are you directing your post?
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Last post by txinvestigator
Sun Aug 13, 2006 5:48 pm
Gander Mountain - Sherman
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Commander »
Wed Aug 09, 2006 8:51 pm
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I was in Gander Mountain in Sherman today. As I entered the store I encountered the following sign: All Firearms and Bows must be checked at the...
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FWIW, I go to GM in Sherman on a frequent basis. There is no 30.06 sign. The check firearms at counter sign is for the ppeople bringing in trades or...
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Last post by racer32
Sat Aug 12, 2006 6:57 pm
Your own land
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Russell »
Fri Aug 11, 2006 5:18 pm
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I don't think I remember the answer to this one, however, I know that on your own land/property you can openly carry. However, you cannot give...
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My friend's family has about 200 acres in Columbus (near Hatterman Ln) and we open carry and shoot all day long. One of the main reasons for carrying...
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Last post by Rugrash
Sat Aug 12, 2006 12:24 am
Preemption and public housing
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KBCraig »
Fri Jul 21, 2006 10:31 am
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In an about the Housing Authority of Texarkana Texas (HATT), the Texarkana Gazette reported that All firearms are banned from public housing...
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Other cities like Chicago have imposed similar rules on pubic housing projects..Not that it really deters the criminals from keeping them and using...
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Last post by Madsmiley
Fri Aug 11, 2006 10:25 pm
Lake O' the Pines question
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BlakeTyner »
Fri Aug 11, 2006 3:18 pm
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Hey all,
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More importantly, if he encounters a CHL who is carrying legally by state law, but against a federal agency's rules, with what violation of Texas law...
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Last post by KBCraig
Fri Aug 11, 2006 10:19 pm
Longview Home Burglary
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Piney »
Wed Jun 28, 2006 9:00 pm
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I realize this isnt a CHL related event. I've had a few folks ask me about info on a recent event in Longview. I thought I'd post the initial news...
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Yes, it was edited by someone. No big deal.
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Last post by flintknapper
Fri Aug 11, 2006 7:36 pm
Just out of curiosity...
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Russell »
Fri Aug 11, 2006 4:40 am
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Who here uses their CHL as their main form of identification? Such as if a clerk asks to see your ID for a credit card transaction.
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Good point about Freeze I'd never really thought about it. I was going to go with the staring down the barrel and hope they didn't make me pull the...
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Last post by 1TallTXn
Fri Aug 11, 2006 4:10 pm
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Last post by mec
Fri Aug 11, 2006 11:16 am
Note for Dallas gangstas
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KBCraig »
Tue Aug 08, 2006 3:28 am
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We should expect neon paint and reflective tape to become a style statement amongst Dallas gangstas and other criminals.
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:mad: The city gov is in a pretty sad condition.
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Last post by Paladin
Fri Aug 11, 2006 10:59 am
30.06 and outside carry?
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Hickeroar »
Tue Jul 25, 2006 11:21 am
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I know some malls have 30.06 signs posted at every entrance to the parking lot. Is it illegal to bring your gun into the parking lot and keep it in...
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The can restict CHL holders only with the 30.06. By manner I meant they can restrict you from driving Fords onto their property, or coming onto the...
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Last post by txinvestigator
Fri Aug 11, 2006 10:59 am
Houston Museum of Natural History
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bauerdj »
Wed Aug 09, 2006 2:53 pm
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Anyone know if this is posted? I am going there tonight.
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The folks at the Spaghetti Factory sound like they're my kind of people.
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Last post by nuparadigm
Thu Aug 10, 2006 5:33 pm
Which Houston hosptals are NOT posted?
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Venus Pax »
Sun Jul 30, 2006 8:17 am
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Going to a doctor's office in a professional building in Baytown, I was irritated to have to turn back and put my CCW in my vehicle. I understand...
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Most of the hospitals in the Texas Medical Center are not properly posted. Ben Taub and St. Luke's are unposted. Methodist and Memorial Hermann are...
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Last post by hirundo82
Thu Aug 10, 2006 1:30 am
Drive to Austin for CHL?
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SW40VE »
Fri Aug 04, 2006 7:01 pm
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A buddy of mine told me you can drive to Austin and be issued your CHL on the spot. Is there any truth to this?
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It is absolutely amazing the ability some people have lifting difficult prints. I am not a skeptic of fingerprinting....I have been lucky a time or...
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Last post by jbirds1210
Wed Aug 09, 2006 2:04 pm
Non-Resident CHL
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rmeron »
Wed Aug 09, 2006 5:31 am
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How does a person obtain a Non-Resident CHL?
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The Texas ID requirement is a glitch in the statute that I hope will be fixed. To be candid however, it's a low priority issue and I'm not sure when...
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Wed Aug 09, 2006 12:48 pm
Hobby Airport
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progun47 »
Fri Aug 04, 2006 7:52 am
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I have to take my daughter to catch a plane at Hobby this afternoon. Am I correct that i can carry in anypart of the airport except the boarding...
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Be advised that Hobby does have the GunBusters (red slash) sign on the doors to the terminal but you can carry inside the terminal if you stay...
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Last post by oilman
Tue Aug 08, 2006 9:48 pm
Inapproriate 51% signs
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Liberty »
Mon Aug 07, 2006 10:40 am
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I was returning home from a road trip with my beloved and we stopped at a restraunt to in Beaumont. We had stopped there before and the food was god...
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The 30.06 sign can be posted at any establishment so that is not the impropriety. Most are improper because they don't meet the exacting...
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Last post by kauboy
Tue Aug 08, 2006 4:19 pm
Devil's Bowl Speedway Mesquite Texas
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doejohn »
Sat Aug 05, 2006 7:20 am
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I'm going tonight. I'm guessing I can't carry there. Professional sport?
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When I was a kid visiting my grandparents house there in Garland/Mesquite...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Tue Aug 08, 2006 12:56 pm
61.11?
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Russell »
Mon Aug 07, 2006 2:48 pm
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I just went to a gas station and saw a sign on the window that said:
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Yeah, I re-read it 4 times before I left the place, and it never had the word unlicensed in there.
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Last post by Russell
Tue Aug 08, 2006 2:49 am
Born out of the country?
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JohnKSa »
Mon Aug 07, 2006 10:39 pm
If so, you should consider including some documentation of your citizenship status.
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Last post by JohnKSa
Mon Aug 07, 2006 10:39 pm
Nokia Theater
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Steve #1 »
Fri Aug 04, 2006 8:27 am
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Does anybody know if the NOKIA theater is posted, of if they post depending on the event?
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Yes, I see those signs and think thank goodness I don't carry a Beretta!!
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Last post by txaggie
Mon Aug 07, 2006 1:29 pm
On my 3rd day of carrying, some thoughts
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Russell »
Sun Aug 06, 2006 4:22 am
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This, I guess you can say review , is for the new people like me that just got, or are getting their license. Just some thoughts on what it's like to...
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I carry a Kahr in an Uncle Mike's pocket hoster. It does print a little so I cut a check book holder in half and put it in the holster which does...
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Last post by pastor1
Mon Aug 07, 2006 11:04 am
Carrying at a KKK Rally..
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Aric »
Wed Aug 02, 2006 5:10 pm
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Now that I got you attention.. I am not planning on going to the rally. But they are having one in Amarillo on Saturday, Aug 5. In the paper today it...
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Well I had to work so I didnt go. But according to pictures on the Amarillo globe news website(amarillo.com). The police were out in force but it...
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Last post by Aric
Sun Aug 06, 2006 10:53 am
Ya can't make this stuff up
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jbirds1210 »
Fri Aug 04, 2006 2:51 pm
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I found this taping of a radio morning show on GlockTalk.....apparently a fellow runs a light and hits a car full of elderly ladies....I bet it is a...
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:smilelol5: :smilelol5: :smilelol5:
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Last post by JLaw
Sat Aug 05, 2006 10:38 pm
Does 30.06 trump 46.15 [b] (3), or vice-versa?
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by Renegade » Fri Aug 04, 2006 10:23 pm
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Remember this one?
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Thanks for that answer Charles.
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Last post by txinvestigator
Sat Aug 05, 2006 12:07 pm
Going on 90 days, uh oh!
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AC »
Thu Jul 27, 2006 3:57 pm
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(c) Failure of the department to issue or deny a license for a period
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Now they are requesting certified copies of the disposition of past arrests. Does that mean the 60 days starts over again?
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Last post by AC
Sat Aug 05, 2006 9:04 am
Interesting Texas gun law question from Kim du Toit's blog
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Andiceman »
Fri Aug 04, 2006 7:48 am
First post
If you're interested, here's the link to the post, with a heap of comments.
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from the thread.
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Last post by txinvestigator
Fri Aug 04, 2006 11:35 am
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