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3 weeks and TXDPS Status not changed???

Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 9:36 am
by simonm2211
I sent in all of the documentation for my CHL 3 weeks ago, and I initiated the process online. However when I go to the website, it says:
"License Status: Application processed online. Concealed Handgun Licensing is waiting on the receipt of required materials. Once the application and materials have been received by Concealed Handgun Licensing and processing has begun, a more detailed status will appear on this page. "
I recieved a delivered notification from USPS.

I have tried to call 1-800-224-5744 but the number rings once and then goes instantly to an engaged tone. I have tried the email (rsd_customer_relations@txdps.state.tx.us) and that email address bounced me. I just sent an email to chl@txdps.state.tx.us so I will see if that is more successful.

Any ideas? Is this normal? :confused5

Re: 3 weeks and TXDPS Status not changed???

Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 9:38 am
by WildBill
Welcome to the the forum.
This is normal. Just relax and breathe deep. ;-)

Re: 3 weeks and TXDPS Status not changed???

Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 9:41 am
by MasterOfNone
My status indicated that they were awaiting documents from me weeks after I had my CHL in hand. We can't consider the online status too accurate.

Re: 3 weeks and TXDPS Status not changed???

Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 10:15 am
by simonm2211
OK, good to know!

Thanks for the reply.

Re: 3 weeks and TXDPS Status not changed???

Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 4:23 pm
by RPBrown
One reason I recommend not even checking the online status

Re: 3 weeks and TXDPS Status not changed???

Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 8:33 pm
by nyj
21 days? If so, then I'd call them on the 22nd day. The DPS has said that it can take up to 3 weeks for an online status to appear. Mine took just over 2 weeks.

As far as the number goes, keep calling it. You'll eventually get through. Then you'll be on hold for 10-15 minutes if you're lucky.

Re: 3 weeks and TXDPS Status not changed???

Posted: Wed Mar 02, 2011 8:46 pm
by bubba1876
I had my renewal for 2 weeks before the website changed. Don't worry.

Re: 3 weeks and TXDPS Status not changed???

Posted: Sun Mar 06, 2011 9:46 pm
by Carry4Life
Mine was just approved yesterday, and application and required materials received on 1/26. It took three weeks from 1/26 for the status to change to a processing status. It just takes some time.

Re: 3 weeks and TXDPS Status not changed???

Posted: Sat Mar 26, 2011 10:19 pm
by simonm2211
Finally received my chl today.

Re: 3 weeks and TXDPS Status not changed???

Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2011 5:19 am
by rmr1923
simonm2211 wrote:Finally received my chl today.
:cheers2: congrats, now it's time for that wally walk.

and remember, pics or it didn't happen. :rules: