BENEFITS OF HAVING A TEXAS LICENSE TO CARRY

A revolver partially covered by a concealed weapons permit card and bullets.

Having a License to Carry (LTC) formerly known as a concealed handgun license provides several distinct safety and legal advantages, as follows:

• LTC Training: The state-approved LTC course demonstrates successful completion of the state mandated course, gun knowledge and shooting proficiency.

• Safe Handling & Storage: Provides proper handgun use and storage practices to prevent accidental injury, particularly to children.

• Use of Force Laws: Critical education on when the use of deadly force is legally justified in Texas, helping you avoid accidental criminal charges.

• Non-Violent Resolution: Training in conflict de-escalation and situational awareness to identify and avoid dangerous threats before they escalate.

• School Areas: Can carry in School Parking lots and don’t violate Federal Law carry 1,000 feet of a school while dropping off/picking up children.

• College Campuses: Allows conceal carry on college and university campuses.

• No Gun Signs: LTC Holders can ignore PL 30.05 No Trespassing signs unless owners provide PL 30.06/30.07 notice.

• Gov’t Meetings/Bars: LTC Holders can carry in government meetings and bars (unless it has a 51% sign).

• Firearm Purchases: With an LTC the purpose of a firearm is faster and exempts you from NICS background check when purchasing from a federal firearms dealer.

• Reciprocity: Texas LTC is recognized in 30 states.

• Identification: LTC Acts as valid ID.