Upcoming Classes

	Concealed Handgun License Class
Date and Time: 2/25/2012 (8 AM - 6 PM)
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	Concealed Handgun License Class
Date and Time: 3/3/2012 (8 AM - 6 PM)
Cost:  $89 New / $60 Renewal
	Concealed Handgun License Class
Date and Time: 3/11/2012 (8 AM - 6 PM)
Cost:  $89 New / $60 Renewal
	2-Day Concealed Handgun License Class
Date and Time: 3/13/2012 (6 PM - 10 PM)
Date and Time: 3/14/2012 (6 PM - 10 PM)
Cost:  $89 New / $60 Renewal
	Concealed Handgun License Class
Date and Time: 3/17/2012 (8 AM - 6 PM)
Cost:  $89 New / $60 Renewal
	Concealed Handgun License Class
Date and Time: 3/24/2012 (8:30 AM - 6 PM)
Cost:  $89 New / $60 Renewal
	Concealed Handgun License Class
Date and Time: 3/31/2012 (8 AM - 6 PM)
Cost:  $89 New / $60 Renewal

Should You Get a CHL?

Who is a CHL holder?

The Texas Concealed Handgun License law went into effect on September 1, 1995. As of December 31, 2009, Texas had over 400,000 active Concealed Handgun License Holders. That number continues to grow as more and more Texas residents recognize that personal defense is both a right and a responsibility.

Police budgets are strained throughout the state and that trend is likely to continue. Even when police departments are fully staffed, they are more likely to show up after a crime has been committed rather than being available to prevent the crime.

Concealed handgun laws reduce violent crime for two reasons. First, they reduce the number of attempted crimes because criminals are uncertain which potential victims can defend themselves. Second, victims who have guns are in a much better position to defend themselves. Countless studies have shown this. For an in-depth look at the statistics and more, check out More Guns, Less Crime by John R. Lott, Jr.

Still the question remains: "Should I Carry?" Please read this article by Colonel David Grossman titled On Sheep, Wolves and Sheep Dogs. It will help you decide.

Before You Get a CHL

If you've never fired a handgun or if it has been a long time and you're not entirely comfortable carrying and operating a handgun, we recommed you take the NRA Basic Pistol Course before attending our CHL class.

After You Get a CHL

The responsibilities that attend your right to carry a firearm are awesome. It's imperative that you develop and practice the skills necessary to use your handgun under stress should it become necessary. If you use your firearm to defend yourself or a loved one, there are legal ramifications. You must think ahead about these things and be prepared physically, mentally and legally.

We recommend the NRA Personal Defense Outside the Home course. We also recommend joining both the Texas Concealed Handgun Association and the U.S. Concealed Carry Assocation and avail yourself of the resources there.

Texas Recipriocity

What States Can I Carry In?

Holders of a Texas Concealed Handgun License may carry in the following states: (Remember, the individual state law is applicable in each state, not Texas Law.)

• Alabama

• Alaska

• Arizona

• Arkansas

• Colorado

• Delaware

• Florida

• Georgia

• Idaho

• Indiana

• Iowa

• Kansas

• Kentucky

• Louisiana

• Michigan

• Mississippi

• Missouri

• Montana

• Nebraska

• New Mexico

• North Carolina

• North Dakota

• Oklahoma

• Pennsylvania

• South Carolina

• South Dakota

• Tennessee

• Utah

• Vermont (no license required to carry)

• Virginia

• Wisconsin

• Wyoming

States in which you CANNOT
carry with a Texas CHL:

• California

• Connecticut

• Hawaii

• Illinois

• Maine

• Maryland

• Massachusetts

• Minnesota

• Nevada

• New Jersey

• New Hampshire

• New York

• Ohio

• Oregon

• Rhode Island

• Washington

• Washington, D.C.

• West Virginia