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Gun facts
Purchase: A Texas resident can purchase rifles and shotguns, ammunition, reloading components or firearms accessories in contiguous states.
Possession: No state license is required to possess a rifle, shotgun or handgun. There are restrictions on people convicted of a felony or of a Class A misdemeanor involving the person’s family or household. Gun owners also are subject to certain orders issued under the Family Code or Code of Criminal Procedure.
Reciprocity: Texas recognizes permits from 41 states while 33 states recognize Texas permits.
Carry: It is unlawful to intentionally, knowingly or recklessly carry a handgun in a motor vehicle if the handgun is in plain view or the person is engaged in criminal activity, other than a misdemeanor traffic violation.
Antiques and replicas: Antique or curio guns manufactured before 1899 and replicas which do not use rim fire or center fire ammunition are not included in the state penal code definition of “firearm.”
Machine guns: It is unlawful to possess, manufacture, transport, repair or sell a machine gun, explosive weapon, short-barreled firearm or silencer.
Other rules: A violation of the state’s firearms laws that occurs within 300 feet of a school or on premises where a school function is taking place shall result in an increased punishment.
Sources: Texas Penal Code, Texas Government Code, National Rifle Association Institute for Legislative Action