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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
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
Replies: 141
by
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:
Charles Cotton's analysis of the 2015 Crime Stats:
Thanks to all of my fellow LTC/CHL holders for...
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Last post by bblhd672
Wed Oct 26, 2016 9:14 am
Another hypothetical scenario / question
Replies: 11
by
KinnyLee »
Tue Oct 04, 2005 1:03 pm
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I work at a school during the day and goes to another school at night. Before I enter the building I make sure I disarm myself either by placing the...
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Need to add that statement in a signature line...Thats just too good to be forgotten...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Wed Oct 05, 2005 8:34 am
CHL Renewal Question
Replies: 4
by
Robalero »
Sun Oct 02, 2005 10:57 am
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Okay, first of all let me say how happy I was to find this forum for Texas CHL'ers. This is my first post and I know I will learn much from the widom...
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my wife fell through the crack on this one.
Her CHL woud expire 9/14, so of course she took her class and requalified in the suitable time frame,...
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Last post by jimlongley
Sun Oct 02, 2005 5:47 pm
Fresh CHL Application - Photos and Prints, ruh roh.
Replies: 10
by
exi »
Tue Sep 20, 2005 10:40 pm
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Well, as a reader of GlockTalk and Packing.org, I finally found my way here. Glad I did. :)
I recently sent in my app (which was received on Sept....
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I think it's sad that we consider two weeks to notice an error in your application 'reasonably fast'! The only time we would refer to a two week...
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Last post by tehlump
Sat Oct 01, 2005 1:17 pm
My Health Problems...
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by
RatMan »
Fri Sep 30, 2005 2:04 am
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After a 13 day extended tour of Harris Methodist Hospital, my parole papers came down about 5:00pm Thursday and I am now at home. Thank GOD!
Not...
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Rat,
I am glad to hear they have made some progress... and you are in a fighting mood.
Cancer is a scary thing... I have (successfully I hope)...
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Last post by cxm
Fri Sep 30, 2005 4:17 pm
Question about being around convicted felon
Replies: 17
by
couzin »
Tue Sep 27, 2005 9:19 am
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I need some help here and cannot find a straight answer in the TC CH laws book. If I, in my home, were to allow a family member (a convicted felon...
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To sum it all up without dealing with details of specific situations...
Even if you are licensed or not, it is my understanding from what I was told...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Fri Sep 30, 2005 9:34 am
Knife Question
Replies: 14
by
JLaw »
Sun Sep 25, 2005 2:42 pm
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Is it legal to carry a fixed blade knife (<5 1/2 inches of course) concealed? Such as under a button up shirt, not visible in a belt sheath or...
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I have numerous times in Weatherford and Mineral Wells. On of the guys working in the produce section at Walmart always wears one. Seems practical to...
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Last post by Bubba
Thu Sep 29, 2005 7:55 am
Flashing?
Replies: 8
by
Jacob Staff »
Mon Sep 26, 2005 1:59 pm
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What are the legal ramification if someone is able to see your concealed handgun?
For example, you are in a traffic jam during an evacuation of a...
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My bride and I entered a liquor store on a winday day some time back, and my concealment garment pulled a Marilyn Monroe. When we approached the...
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Last post by jimlongley
Mon Sep 26, 2005 7:46 pm
Nation's crime rate stays at low level
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dws1117 »
Mon Sep 26, 2005 9:35 am
First post
Sept. 26, 2005, 12:08AM
Nation's crime rate stays at low level
Numbers likely don't reflect rising gang violence, one expert says
By MARK SHERMAN...
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Well Diane Feinstein said that AK-47's and Uzi's would be on every streetcorner after the expiration of the assault weapon ban... so maybe that had...
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Last post by Paladin
Mon Sep 26, 2005 1:12 pm
Traffic stop while traveling
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by
tomc »
Wed Sep 21, 2005 10:42 am
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Recommended Procedure for traffic stop while traveling
This thread is related to the New Travelling Law thread but I think it should stand alone....
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What fear? The ones acting out of fear are those who obediently turn out their pockets, open their trunks, and unquestioningly submit to unwarranted,...
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Last post by KBCraig
Sun Sep 25, 2005 6:37 pm
Encouraging words
Replies: 6
by
one eyed fatman »
Fri Sep 23, 2005 11:56 am
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So this is what our fearless Texas leader Perry had to say...
We just need to git gone. That's quite an evac plan that boy has.
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Here in Texas we don't call them looters. They are targets.
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Last post by RPBrown
Sat Sep 24, 2005 5:05 pm
Here We Go!!!
Replies: 7
by
tex45acp »
Wed Sep 21, 2005 7:20 am
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This may be the wrong place to post this, but I am asking all of you to pray for us down here on the Gulf Coast. My office is in Port Lavaca, TX and...
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They are predicting winds up to 80 miles per hour here, and we are 300 miles from the coast. May need to replace the ropes with chains on my old 172.
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Last post by res1b3uq
Wed Sep 21, 2005 8:36 pm
Might be in Houston rescuing...
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gigag04 »
Wed Sep 21, 2005 10:59 am
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My mom called me today.
She said we may be going into affected areas to rescue horses (she's in equine rescue agency) and people.
Would handguns be...
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She has one...mines bigger. :lol:
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Last post by gigag04
Wed Sep 21, 2005 11:04 am
What are some of your carry bloopers?
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dws1117 »
Sun Sep 18, 2005 11:33 am
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Fortunately, I haven't had any, yet. I know it will happen, but I've been lucky so far. I've only been carrying since May so it's still early.
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Thanks for the news on the Cover Up. I have the Cover Up Plus on the way from Tucker - should be here in another week or so. I will keep this in mind...
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Last post by Kalrog
Wed Sep 21, 2005 10:09 am
CHL goes well with roadrage
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by
Suckhow »
Wed Jun 01, 2005 3:26 pm
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Let me start by saying that I don't typically get road rage. I do sometimes get quite annoyed with drivers, but for the most part, I usually go about...
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This is Texas, where it's known that some people carry guns. :wink:
Trying to pick a fight with some stranger who just may be armed is the mark of...
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Last post by HankB
Tue Sep 20, 2005 1:23 pm
Toys 'R' Us The Woodlands, TX.
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dws1117 »
Thu Jun 16, 2005 9:11 pm
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They have a sign stating The possession of firearms is strictly forbidden . The sign is blue letter on a white background. It is approximately 12...
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For the lazy:
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Last post by gigag04
Mon Sep 19, 2005 12:58 pm
New Traveling Law
Replies: 88
by
tomneal »
Thu Aug 25, 2005 6:52 am
First post
Packing.org has a thread going on the new
If your in your car, you are presumed to be traveling law
Apparently:
Harris County DA says car carry...
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New article on the subject (from Waco):
Gun law stumping officials
By Cindy V. Culp Tribune-Herald staff writer
Friday, September 16, 2005
In...
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Last post by Paladin
Mon Sep 19, 2005 12:06 pm
CHL holder dies of gunshot wounds
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by
ghentry »
Thu May 19, 2005 8:28 am
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What a strange situation.
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I agree with you Charles. I think you hit the nail on the head. Sad situation.
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Last post by jpa1701
Mon Sep 19, 2005 1:27 am
ATTN those who live in Cities Housing Evacuees...
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by SJRTX » Sun Sep 04, 2005 12:56 pm
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This may not need to be said to some, but keep your weapon handy if you live in a city housing Katrina Evacuees. A lot of the main stream media isnt...
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From the 9/14/05 FW Star-Telegram:
Glenn E. Holloway, 28, an evacuee from New Orleans, was in the Mansfield Jail on Tuesday night on suspicion of...
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Last post by Trainman
Sat Sep 17, 2005 5:16 pm
WARNING: DPS Not Sending Renewal Packets
Replies: 18
by
Charles L. Cotton »
Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:18 pm
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I have been made aware of a minister who was arrested during a traffic stop in or around Georgetown Texas and was ultimately charged with UCW. As the...
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There was a time when the DPS would send us renewal packets and let us pass them out at class time if the CHL didn't have one, then we would make a...
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Last post by ElGato
Fri Sep 16, 2005 7:58 pm
The Reality of "Workplace Homicides"
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Paladin »
Fri Aug 26, 2005 10:04 am
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The Reality of Workplace Homicides
The circumstances of workplace homicides differ substantially from those portrayed by the media and from...
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First of all, let me express thanks for this terrific website!
I worked for a company last year that had no 'policy' against CCW's on premise, but...
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Last post by HoustonHusker
Mon Sep 12, 2005 8:21 pm
Training against a Dog/animal attacks?
Replies: 14
by
Paladin »
Tue Feb 01, 2005 11:30 am
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On thing I found really lacking in my CHL training was on the subject of Dog/animal attacks.
These kinds of attacks are very common. At least as...
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Fortunately for us all, *most* dogs, even strays, are friendly. Or at least indifferent.
'Way back when I was in high school, I found that there...
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Last post by HankB
Mon Sep 12, 2005 3:29 pm
I'm feeling the houston brethren
Replies: 5
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gigag04 »
Sun Sep 04, 2005 2:29 am
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300 Refugees are now being put up in Texas A&M's own Reed Arena.
And I can't carry on campus. This is crap.
Whats worse, is when they were getting...
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we call it epsilon deuce. I have some GOOD friends in there still, or...from there I guess. I'm old.
They have foam parties and crush parties etc....
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Last post by gigag04
Mon Sep 12, 2005 12:39 am
Harris County Sherrif at the gun shop.....
Replies: 10
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AOPAPilot »
Tue Sep 06, 2005 5:20 pm
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I went up to ProDefense today and overheard a quite disturbing conversation. The officer was picking up a pistol and was asked for his CHL to speed...
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:roll:
I can only hope that he did not know what CHL meant, but knows there is a right to concealed carry.
Glenn
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Last post by Baytown
Fri Sep 09, 2005 1:11 am
Repeal date???
Replies: 5
by
onerifle »
Tue Sep 06, 2005 4:20 pm
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Saw this posted elsewhere-
Chas???
Repealed Date: 09/12/2005
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Makes you go hmmmm...
Administrative Code vs. Penal Code...
Not that it looks to be a battle between the two codes...
They sure do reflect (in...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Wed Sep 07, 2005 7:44 pm
Getting a CHL from another state (ie Florida)
Replies: 8
by
bjo »
Tue Sep 06, 2005 11:58 pm
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Due to some stupid decisions I made when I was 18 ( I am 31) it seems that I am not eligible for the Texas CHL. I recieved a deferred adjudication...
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Welcome to the forum. Hope everything will work out for you.
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Last post by dws1117
Wed Sep 07, 2005 3:33 pm
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Last post by ElZorro
Wed Sep 07, 2005 1:46 pm
Lab & Street Proven Handgun Loadings
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Paladin »
Thu Jun 16, 2005 1:59 pm
Thought this was good info, although some of these loads are difficult to obtain.
Here is a list of handgun loadings that have worked effectively...
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Last post by samg21
Sun Sep 04, 2005 8:41 pm
Lets help secure LA
Replies: 21
by
gigag04 »
Thu Sep 01, 2005 10:22 am
First post
This is a rant..so..read accordingly.
Shots fired at rescue helicopters?? This is SICK.
I want to go pick my new RRA Entry Tactical, bring the...
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She looks like a beauty! I'm jealous! I've been wanting a second AR :cry:
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Last post by Paladin
Fri Sep 02, 2005 2:45 pm
"It's a Phone"
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by
Braden »
Sun May 01, 2005 8:12 pm
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I've read about on here so many times...and even responded with what I THOUGHT I would say or do. Tonight...it happened.
I was leaving church when...
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My phone has night sites. Makes it easier to call 911 in the dark. Yeah, that's my story and I'm stickin 2 it :)
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Last post by Bubba
Fri Sep 02, 2005 12:43 pm
"CHL Protection Plan" any good?
Replies: 7
by
Paladin »
Mon Aug 29, 2005 12:25 pm
First post
A friend of mine brought this to my attention:
It's insurance for grand jury legal fees.
Curious what people know about this?
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I would not waste money on it.
From what I understand, the insurance police available through the NRA will cover your legal costs on both Civil and...
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Last post by SJRTX
Wed Aug 31, 2005 2:45 pm
Carry in vehicle?
Replies: 25
by
ole-cuss »
Sun Jun 19, 2005 7:20 pm
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I was told by a local gunshop owner that someone with a chl could not carry like in a glove box. He said the chl means that it has to be conceled on...
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Because many people believe the purpose and intent of the law is for people to be able to carry when traveling, and not be carrying when not...
25 Replies
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Last post by EricS76
Tue Aug 30, 2005 7:27 pm
CVS posting a 51% sign
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by
dws1117 »
Wed Aug 24, 2005 5:15 pm
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My wife and I went to the CVS on Rayford Rd in Spring last night to pick up a few things. In the bottom corner to the right of the door they have a...
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TABC is pretty quick to investigate and remediate these kinds of things. They are pretty friendly actually, and I'm sure they know that many of the...
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Last post by dolanp
Mon Aug 29, 2005 10:18 am
Beach carry
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gigag04 »
Fri Aug 26, 2005 12:52 am
First post
Going with some buddies (including one recently back from Iraq) to some island cove type things off the coast of port aransas. About a 25 min bout...
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back and alive!!!
It was cool. Rode out a sweet storm
Handheld GPS Unit: $199
Operator connection to Port O'Connor Coast Gaurd Life Boat: $2...
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Last post by gigag04
Sun Aug 28, 2005 5:26 pm
Castle Doctrine for Texas
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by
dglockster »
Fri Aug 26, 2005 10:09 pm
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I have heard that state Rep. Hupp will be sponsoring such a bill for Texas. If she does, be sure to contact your state senators and representatives...
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It would be nice to see. Rep. Hupp has done a lot for the state of Texas and hearing that she is working on this is good news.
And I hope that some...
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Last post by Warhorse545
Sat Aug 27, 2005 10:56 pm
Do you think Albuquerque will get the message?
Replies: 1
by
wrt45 »
Sat Aug 27, 2005 7:11 am
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After all the organized opposition to NM's CHL law, this was in today's Lubbock paper:
Story last updated at 4:20 a.m. Saturday, August 27, 2005...
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I actually caught this story on Fox News and was a bit surprised that they aired it. A pistol used to stop crime usually does not make the main...
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Last post by Warhorse545
Sat Aug 27, 2005 10:53 pm
Stupid College Station Taco C
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gigag04 »
Mon Aug 22, 2005 11:52 am
First post
Went in the other night and got some food like I do from time to time.
This time I noticed a non-compliant 30.06 next to the alcohol warning (dont...
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My buddy in Dallas said there are some up there. I know there are a few in Longview where im originally from. Unfortunately I havent yet seen a...
19 Replies
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Last post by SJRTX
Fri Aug 26, 2005 12:57 pm
Carry on Lakes??
Replies: 22
by
Braden »
Mon Aug 15, 2005 8:29 pm
First post
What are the laws on carrying lakes?? Specifically Corps of Engineer lakes?? On a different site someone pointed out to me what Packing.org says...
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Guffaw Guffaw! :lol: :lol:
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Last post by anygunanywhere
Thu Aug 25, 2005 1:40 pm
can you carry on city property?
Replies: 22
by
too-tall »
Mon Apr 04, 2005 8:13 pm
First post
Hey guys,
Last week-end my wife and I took our grandson to the museum of natural science in Houston. I wasnt sure about the law on carrying because...
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I bet my lovely wife would like to know about this as well.
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Last post by anygunanywhere
Mon Aug 22, 2005 12:31 pm
is it a school or a church
Replies: 8
by
george »
Tue Jul 12, 2005 10:16 pm
First post
Simple question.
The church where I go has rented out the auditorium of a nearby school. So, on Sunday morning, we use the school auditorium as a...
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Smart-aleck!!! :lol:
But a good point...
You guys are killing me today...I gotta go mow now...I'm getting yelled at... :lol:
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Sun Aug 21, 2005 8:22 am
Potential Fingerprint Problems?
Replies: 2
by
CatD6R »
Fri Aug 19, 2005 7:24 pm
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A machinist by trade, I constantly abuse my fingertips with cuts and burns. I was wondering if this would cause a set of prints to be kicked out for...
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Thanks for the welcome. Someone on another forum told me to use a water based lotion for atleast a week prior to being printed, and I am keeping cuts...
2 Replies
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Last post by CatD6R
Fri Aug 19, 2005 9:48 pm
Victim fights back in driveway robbery attempt
Replies: 9
by
onerifle »
Wed Jul 13, 2005 11:30 am
First post
Proof that calibers and platforms are secondary. What wins is mindset .
Kudos to the gentleman that refused to be a victim.
Victim fights back...
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The definition of a new conservative = an old liberal that's just been mugged.
:wink:
I'd find it hard to feel sorry for anyone that got shot...
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Last post by CavalryDoc
Thu Aug 18, 2005 6:58 pm
Employers and handguns in parking lot
Replies: 5
by
tehlump »
Mon Jun 13, 2005 3:44 pm
First post
This site has been a wonderful resource for the new CHL holder, I just wanted to thank everyone for the wealth of information available here.
Here's...
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As long as you are carrying legally they shouldn't have any more right to tell you not to have a gun in your car (your property) than they should to...
5 Replies
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Last post by dolanp
Thu Aug 18, 2005 1:02 pm
Dallas City Council vs. SB501
Replies: 4
by
SteyrM40 »
Fri Aug 12, 2005 12:07 pm
First post
Hello everyone,
An article entitled has appeared in the August 11, 2005 on-line edition of the Star-Telegram. To access the article, use email...
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Thinking doesn't enter into the discussion. How she FEELS is the only thing that matters. :evil:
Arock
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Last post by Arock
Tue Aug 16, 2005 10:21 am
anyone know of...
Replies: 15
by
therooster »
Wed Aug 10, 2005 10:41 pm
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somenoe mentioned to me that there was a bill, or some sort of effort, in texas legislature to change the policy of police officers from not asking...
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Sorry, I munged that up. It's been fixed.
As for the rest... I have no problem with officers being able to detain and/or report to ICE subjects they...
15 Replies
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Last post by KBCraig
Mon Aug 15, 2005 10:21 pm
Application Completed - license issued or certificate active
Replies: 4
by
tehlump »
Mon Aug 15, 2005 4:48 pm
First post
Well, it appears the state wasn't as slow as they said they would be!
I'm not sure if that's a good thing?!
When I emailed the CHL dept 8/4, the...
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It won't be long now...
I just wish they could be more specific and date/time stamp the entries they input into the system...So you can actually see...
4 Replies
1059 Views
Last post by stevie_d_64
Mon Aug 15, 2005 9:41 pm
Public Buildings in Houston
Replies: 10
by
SteyrM40 »
Fri Aug 12, 2005 7:06 pm
First post
Hello everyone,
As , I tend to be at the pointy end of the sword when it comes to annoying city policy in Houston. Today was a day that afforded me...
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There's nothing a zero tolerance type hates more than being forced to follow their own rules. :D
Kevin
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2374 Views
Last post by KBCraig
Mon Aug 15, 2005 7:37 pm
Homeowners policy cancelled???
Replies: 4
by
stevie_d_64 »
Mon Aug 15, 2005 11:42 am
First post
I was parusing the usual websites and found this interesting tidbit...
Let me see if I got this straight, and thats why I want ya'll to take a crack...
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+1 it's easier to read, imho.
Back on subject, I have heard of this kind of thing several times, one of the advantages of having been married to an...
4 Replies
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Last post by jimlongley
Mon Aug 15, 2005 1:07 pm
TexasCHLForum Scholarship Fund?
Replies: 15
by
Charles L. Cotton »
Wed Aug 10, 2005 6:46 pm
First post
It's balloon floating time folks. I've been considering a TexasCHLForum Scholarship Fund to help folks get their CHL. I talked to Marc (TraCoun)about...
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A suggestion, if not already considered, for scholarship eligibility: DPS preliminary background check completed and packet in hand.
Unfortunately,...
15 Replies
3289 Views
Last post by Greybeard
Sun Aug 14, 2005 9:39 am
The Hobby Center (Houston)
Replies: 9
by
SteyrM40 »
Wed Aug 10, 2005 9:35 am
First post
Hello everyone,
On July28th, for my birthday, some friends of mine invited me to go see the Phantom of the Opera, which is playing in the Sarofim...
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Hello everyone,
I was at The Hobby Center today and took a bunch of pictures, especially of the 30.06 lettering on the doors. As silly as I may have...
9 Replies
4026 Views
Last post by SteyrM40
Fri Aug 12, 2005 6:11 pm
Getting Permit- I have questions
Replies: 25
by
shawn »
Wed Aug 10, 2005 3:35 pm
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I want to get a permit, but I have questions as to how the timing off all this works. I have seen some classes that can do the shooting...
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Oohhhhhhh. No one has mentioned that. LOL I wonder why? Yeah, Goldberg sold the range, and I was not involved until after he was gone.
That is...
25 Replies
5363 Views
Last post by txinvestigator
Fri Aug 12, 2005 11:26 am
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