The State of Texas passed laws that allow us to carry handguns for
self-protection. Obtaining a permit to carry in the State of Texas
requires a 6 hour License To Carry Handgun License Certification Course which is
outlined by the State Department of Public Safety and covers the use of force,
gun safety, gun storage, dispute resolution and Texas laws regarding use of
force as a defense and licensing requirements. It also requires a shooting test with a required minimum score to prove your shooting proficiency.
Obtaining a permit to carry in the State of Texas requires completion
of the course, qualifying with a handgun at the range, and passing a 50 question
test. The applicant then applies and pays a fee to the State which completes a
background check and completes the issuance of the license.
It is no longer required to re-certify with the State of Texas, but we encourage those that carry a concealed handgun practice your shooting periodically.