I've taken the License to Carry Handgun Training, what do I do next?
After you have taken the training from an Instructor, and received your LTC-100 "certificate of training", you have to apply online with DPS and fill out the application, pay your application fee, and schedule your electronic finger printing. Get started at this link:
https://txapps.texas.gov/txapp/txdps/chl/
After you have taken the training from an Instructor, and received your LTC-100 "certificate of training", you have to apply online with DPS and fill out the application, pay your application fee, and schedule your electronic finger printing. Get started at this link:
https://txapps.texas.gov/txapp/txdps/chl/
What are the the requirements to get my Texas LTC?
Typically if you can pass the background to purchase a firearm, you probably will be able to get your Texas LTC. Go to this link to see the requirements. **If you are a convicted Felon, you cannot get a LTC**
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/RSD/CHL/faqs/index.htm
Typically if you can pass the background to purchase a firearm, you probably will be able to get your Texas LTC. Go to this link to see the requirements. **If you are a convicted Felon, you cannot get a LTC**
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/RSD/CHL/faqs/index.htm
What is going to be my total cost to get my LTC as a new applicant?
The required class that I instruct is $60 per person (which includes range fee),
electronic fingerprinting thru Identogo ,the link is on the DPS website www.texas.gov cost is $9.95, and the LTC new applicant fee thru DPS,( separate from the class) $40, unless your a veteran ,senior citizen or active military, the application fee is cheaper go to this link to see complete fee table http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/RSD/CHL/documents/CHLFeeSchedule.pdf
Typically total cost to initially get your LTC is around $109.95.
You'll save money if you bring 4 people to the class, so your tuition is free.
The required class that I instruct is $60 per person (which includes range fee),
electronic fingerprinting thru Identogo ,the link is on the DPS website www.texas.gov cost is $9.95, and the LTC new applicant fee thru DPS,( separate from the class) $40, unless your a veteran ,senior citizen or active military, the application fee is cheaper go to this link to see complete fee table http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/RSD/CHL/documents/CHLFeeSchedule.pdf
Typically total cost to initially get your LTC is around $109.95.
You'll save money if you bring 4 people to the class, so your tuition is free.
Do I take the License to Carry Handgun class first? or apply online with DPS First?
You can do either, if you apply with DPS online 1st, you have 1 year to take a LTC class, whereas you take the LTC class 1st , the LTC-100 form you receive when class is completed is valid for 1 year
You can do either, if you apply with DPS online 1st, you have 1 year to take a LTC class, whereas you take the LTC class 1st , the LTC-100 form you receive when class is completed is valid for 1 year
What do I need to bring to the LTC class?
Bring a valid state issued drivers license or Identification card,or active duty military I.D. ,a handgun of at least .22 caliber, with at least 50 rounds of brass cased ammunition ( 1 box)
Bring a valid state issued drivers license or Identification card,or active duty military I.D. ,a handgun of at least .22 caliber, with at least 50 rounds of brass cased ammunition ( 1 box)
What type of handgun do I need to use for the shooting proficiency?
DPS requires you to show proficiency with minimum .22 caliber handgun, revolver or semi-automatic, if you do not have a handgun, you may rent one from the instructor for $25 ( ammo included)
DPS requires you to show proficiency with minimum .22 caliber handgun, revolver or semi-automatic, if you do not have a handgun, you may rent one from the instructor for $25 ( ammo included)
I have never shot a handgun, can I still attend the LTC class?
Yes you can, but if you do not pass the shooting proficiency you will have to re-shoot and pass before you receive the LTC-100 form showing you passed the shooting portion.
You have 3 chances within a 1 year period, total to shoot and score at least 175 out of 250 (70%).
Spartan Handgun Training offers basic handgun training that will help you pass the shooting portion of the LTC class
Yes you can, but if you do not pass the shooting proficiency you will have to re-shoot and pass before you receive the LTC-100 form showing you passed the shooting portion.
You have 3 chances within a 1 year period, total to shoot and score at least 175 out of 250 (70%).
Spartan Handgun Training offers basic handgun training that will help you pass the shooting portion of the LTC class
If I qualify with a revolver or semi-auto handgun, am I only licensed to carry that specific handgun?
The answer is No, as of Sept. 1, 2013 , there are no more categories on your License to Carry handgun license,
therefore once your fully licensed, you may carry the handgun of your choice, semi-auto or revolver
The answer is No, as of Sept. 1, 2013 , there are no more categories on your License to Carry handgun license,
therefore once your fully licensed, you may carry the handgun of your choice, semi-auto or revolver
What is the minimum age to obtain a License to Carry Handgun license?
You have to be at least 21 years old on the day you apply or if you are active duty military then the age is lowered to 18
You have to be at least 21 years old on the day you apply or if you are active duty military then the age is lowered to 18
What is the course of fire for the shooting portion of the class?
There are 3 stages fired, 20 rounds at 3 yards, 20 rounds at 7 yards and 10 rounds at 15 yards, each stage is timed but there is ample time to fire your rounds. you must shoot a score of 175 out of 250 which is 70% to pass
There are 3 stages fired, 20 rounds at 3 yards, 20 rounds at 7 yards and 10 rounds at 15 yards, each stage is timed but there is ample time to fire your rounds. you must shoot a score of 175 out of 250 which is 70% to pass
What is the written test like?
There are 25 questions, true or false and multiple choice. This is the same test given no matter where you take your LTC class. each question is worth 4 points and you must pass with a 70%
There are 25 questions, true or false and multiple choice. This is the same test given no matter where you take your LTC class. each question is worth 4 points and you must pass with a 70%
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