Texas Gun Laws
NOTE: The information listed below regarding Texas gun laws is meant as a reference point only. Texas firearm laws frequently change so be sure to consult your local law enforcment agency before making any final firearms related decisions.
Texas Concealed Carry Laws
Issuing Authority: Texas Department of Public Safety
Statute: T.P.C. ยง 46.01 et seq.
Issue: Shall Issue
Cost: $140
Permit Term: 4 Years
Additional Texas Gun Law Info
Even with a license, no one may carry a handgun in government courts; bars or restaurants where alcohol is sold and consumed; educational institutions; high school, or collegiate sporting events; interscholastic events, hospitals or nursing homes, amusement parks, or places of religious worship.
Official Contact
Texas Dept. of Public Safety
Concealed Handgun Licensing Section
P.O. Box 4087
Austin, TX, 78773-0001
tel: (512) 424-2000
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/
Texas Shooting Clubs
TEXAS STATE RIFLE ASSOCIATION
www.tsra.comMr. Dan Walker, President
314 E. Highland Mall Blvd., Ste 300
Austin, TX 78752
tel: 5126154200
[email address]
Mr. Douglas Moreland, Executive Director
314 E. Highland Mall Blvd., Ste 300
Austin, TX 78752
tel: 5126154200
[email address]
Texas Firearms, Outdoors, and Fish & Wildlife Agencies
- Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
- Texas Parks and Wildlife
- Texas Wildlife Damage Management Service
- US Fish and Wildlife Service Offices in Texas


