Who can carry a gun in Texas?

Who can carry a gun in Texas?
CBS News Texas decided to look into what Texas' laws say about who can own firearms and where it's legal to carry them.
In the wake of the shooting at an Allen outlet mall that left eight victims dead, there are still a lot of questions lingering about the gunman and whether he legally owned his weapons. CBS News Texas decided to look into what Texas' laws say about who can own firearms and where it's legal to carry them.
Two years ago, the Texas Legislature amended state law so that Texans no longer need a license to carry a handgun. But there are still a number of requirements and exceptions to the law -- and a long list of places where guns are still prohibited.
To help clear up some of the confusion, CBS News Texas anchor Karen Borta spoke with a law enforcement expert.
STORY: www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/wh...

[@csmlouis]

The law means 100% to those who are abiding by it and 0% to those that choose to ignore it. Law cannot stop crime; law can only indicts and punishes criminals. It is the fear of such punishments that DETERS wannabe criminals. Such a basic Old Testament's understanding that I am shocked that nobody knows anymore.

[@Irfan87]

As a Singaporean I agree, we have harsh punishments on a number of things and that deters A LOT of crime. It's why we have one of the lowest crime rates in the world.

[@Lee-fi4vo]

Col. Jeff Cooper: "If violent crime is to be curbed, it is only the intended victim who can do it. The felon does not fear the police, and he fears neither judge nor jury. Therefore what he must be taught to fear is his victim."

[@abelfulton6800]

It makes no sense to me that nonviolent felons are prohibited from having firearms. 1: they have already paid their debt to society. 2: for it to be a nonviolent felony, there can’t have been a gun or any violence involved in that person’s case. It makes no sense to say that a white collar criminal can’t have a firearm when a firearm literally had nothing to do with their crime. 3: the very thing that distinguishes a right from a privilege is the fact that rights can’t be taken away. No one in their right mind would say that a criminal shouldn’t have the first amendment rights to freedom of speech or any other right defined by our bill of rights. This law sets a dangerous precedent that only some people are allowed the rights that are clearly defined. If a person has truly proven that they are too dangerous to freely exercise the rights of every American, then they shouldn’t be released in the first place. But if they are considered safe enough to be free and around innocent people, then they are obviously safe enough to be able to exercise every right that is inalienable from every other American citizen.

[@Tusk_Tact]

The 2nd Amendment has nothing to do with hunting and long guns. Those framers just fought a war of Indepence from a tyranical State and wanted to ensure the people had protection from such tyranny ever again. This is NOT my take on the situation as the 2nd Amendment has been challenged numerous times in the Supreme Court and everytime they have upheld this. For a professor to lob this notion is disengenous at best.

[@csmlouis]

Exactly. Since when do we need to be a well regulated militia license for hunting? Militia means citizen-soldiers!

[@expletivedeleted]

2nd amendment exist for one reason, to keep the criminals in government in line...to protect the people FROM the government...there is ZERO ambiguity...ZERO!

[@100pyatt]

Technically we had been hunting... The British tyrant overlords 🇺🇸💪🇺🇸💪

[@paulbrungardt9823]

If you DON'T think gun ownership deters crime, put a sign in your front yard that: THIS HOUSE IS A GUN FREE ZONE--IN CASE OF CRIME, OUR ONLY DEFENSE IS TO CALL 911. 😏

[@anonymous48735]

And next to it another sign reads: Come in and you can take what you want, we choose not to protect ourselves against thieves. - Brazilian cop watching the news of the world. -

[@shivam_singh_9999]

ok but i dont get the point of having big guns for common person . i think a small handgun is more then enough for self protection

[@paulbrungardt9823]

@@shivam_singh_9999 If that is what you want, then fine--However, don't infringe on my rights.

[@garyzimmerman8679]

Actually she is WRONG! 6 months ago a 3 federal judges ruled that part of Permitless carry law and our license to carry law not allowing those 18-20 to carry a handgun UNCONSTITUTIONAL. So NOW Texas is issuing a LTC to those 18-20 AND those 18-20 can now carry with out a permit.

[@jables611]

so to be sure, At 19, if I get a LTC, and legally purchase a second hand handgun, I can concealed carry?

[@garyzimmerman8679]

@@jables611 yes in Texas, you can get your Texas License to Carry, and Yes you can now buy a handgun in the state of Texas. You will still be limited to what other states you can travel too with that handgun. But in Texas you will be legal.

[@seanguild576]

I have a clean handgun but no LtC but my record is clean am I allowed to carry

[@garyzimmerman8679]

@@seanguild576 in certain places yes, as long as your over 18

[@6lackRain]

ITS CRAZY HOW THEY TRY TO ‘HIDE’ WHAT THE FEDERAL JUDGE RULED!

[@gprince7953]

Damn the bs! Ppl are crazy as hell! Protect yourself, permit or not. Safety is crucial for everyone in these strange times

[@chriswhiteley7255]

when I was in school students, including myself, sported gun racks in our trucks and drove them to campus. Never heard of a school shooting in those days.

[@danielramirez1843]

Every one should carry a gun! Gun free zones are a danger!

[@willterrell852]

luckily the sign prohibiting guns in businesses does not apply to licensed carriers, only non permitted carriers

[@lolyourmad2181]

So for people who go “ThAt MeAnS aNyOne.” No it means anyone who follows the law. People who don’t follow the the law do whatever they want, permit or not. All this law does is make it so the same people who would never use a gun in a wrongful manner, can carry easier. Having mandatory permits is retarded.. those who shouldn’t be carrying will do it anyone regardless of the law. Then again if we had a correct justice system EVERYONE outside of prison should be able to carry, but we won’t see that in my lifetime

[@tactical-daddy]

Also having a license to carry in Texas let's you skip the federal background check as there is a place on the form where you type in your ID information and that gives you an automatic proceed with the ATF/FBI because it assumes you qualify across the board due to having acquired a license. Businesses who don't want you to carry must show the correct legal signage at the door before you enter. 30.05 is no guns at all, 30.06 is no concealed carry, 30.07 is no open carry. If you enter and a sign is present and they ask you to leave because they discovered you have a firearm on you then you must leave, if you don't you get charged with trespassing with a firearm. You also can't carry in a business who displays the 51% sign meaning 51% of it's revenue comes from the sale of alcohol meaning a dedicated bar.

[@MiJaHa]

So, how does a legally possessed firearm endanger a law enforcement officer if no crime is being committed?

[@willterrell852]

by telling the officer for the officers safety she means so that if it ever comes to the officer searching your vehicle or your person that they don't shoot them selves accidently with a gun they didn't know was there. but then again as a criminal wouldnt you want the officer to shoot them selves. just more rules to make it harder for the law abiding citizens

[@MiJaHa]

True as far as more rules, but if I've done nothing wrong then they aren't gonna search me or my vehicle.@@willterrell852

[@user-nx8mu1yn7s]

Anyone who moved to the great state of Texas and isn't familiar with it's gun laws probably should go back where they came from.

[@hassandawudi4810]

so many inaccuracies.

[@carlc1864]

So much incorrect in this video considering the title, “ Who can carry a gun in Texas”. Research the rules and learn them for yourself and I recommend taking a license to carry class even if you don’t file to get the license. The legal guidance on carry and self defense law is worth it.

[@PrezCamacho]

Listen to the german guy explain the constitution to us....

[@harrythomas2656]

Why should that be a surprise? Friedrich Wilhelm August Heinrich Ferdinand von Steuben (born Friedrich Wilhelm Ludolf Gerhard Augustin Louis von Steuben; September 17, 1730 - November 28, 1794), also referred to as Baron von Steuben was a Prussian military officer who was a Founding Father of the United States who played a leading role in the American Revolutionary War by reforming the Continental Army into a disciplined and professional fighting force. His contributions marked a significant improvement in the performance of U.S. troops, and he is consequently regarded as one of the fathers of the United States Army.

[@TOMVUTHEPIMP]

And give bad info.

[@jsmcguireIII]

As a CCW holder I think the training aspect is extremely important. This includes proficiency but also safety rules, so that children and others are protected from accidents. We had some students with some scary handling behavior that got fixed that day - or were told to leave. People absolutely need to be screened and background checked to carry.

[@PointBlankCHL]

Just so people know, some of the legal information you gave is wrong....The min age to carry a handgun in Texas is now 18, that's with or without a license......

[@diegoaleman3962]

So I could purchase a handgun at age 18?

[@Calico5string1962]

Not a bad presentation. Some "misinformation" was presented, but otherwise covered the general idea. However, the reporter neglected to mention that, although businesses can ask and/or bar you from carrying a firearm into their establishments (via signage), if you DO carry a firearm in to such an establishment (concealed for example) and your weapon is discovered, their only recourse is to ask you leave. You cannot be "charged" with with a crime simply for the act of carrying into that establishment. That said, if you refuse to leave when asked, you could be charged with misdemeanor trespassing. However, if you comply with the request to leave, no criminal charges can be levied for that interaction (assuming you have no other outstanding criminal warrants, etc.). Also, carrying in court houses and Federal buildings (including any Post Office!) has long been established federal law, and has nothing to do with Texas state law. More guns = less crime!

[@guidoviana7985]

Learn the lesson: carry your gun and shoot back, maybe you will die a hero, for others to live, but if we all carry and we all shoot back is better for all of us and bad for the shooter.

[@AacaL05]

I agree

[@claiborneeastjr4129]

Citizens from Louisiana, and all Southern states, with a CCP, are allowed to carry concealed in TX. Louisiana also has allowed open carry for many decades, but I seldom witness it being used. When our new Republican governor takes office in January, he has promised to sign legislation allowing concealed carry without a permit.

[@JonB86]

Much prayers for the families 🙏 i love my Texas state ill hope we go back the old days

[@everss02]

the days before SSRi drugs

[@rkba4923]

The US Supreme Court has held that every American citizen has the right to carry arms in public for lawful purposes, such as self defense; and, it applies throughout the Republic including territories and possessions. Re. Heller v. D.C. (2008), McDonald v. Chicago (2010), NYSRPA v. Bruen (2022).

[@olzt100]

Guns should be allowed in all government buildings in states with weak gun laws. There should be consistency and no double standards.

[@TOMVUTHEPIMP]

So much wrong information in this video.

[@Mike_Hog_A_Nator]

No need to worry about Law Abiding Citizens. I had a Deferred State Jail Felony over 23yrs ago. I filed a Non-disclosure (basically sued my DA to have my Record Sealed). It was granted, never convicted of a Felony. Now I can buy & Carry in TX

[@TOMVUTHEPIMP]

Nope. You were still convicted.

[@YernBelfus]

I can legally carry a loaded concealed handgun in all 50 states without a permit or license of any kind, thanks to the LEOSA.

[@X11CHASE]

Good for you pal

[@clintroberts1]

Which is what everyone should be able to do!

[@disastermaster1413]

Leosa is for former law enforcement officers

[@eliminator173]

Anyone who can afford one, or steal one.

[@jerrymartinez2528]

So the law says I must have a LTC in my vehicle while traveling with it openly but what if it's holstered in my console or glovebox?

[@whiskeyrebel4157]

You can still do that. It has been legal in Texas to have a firearm "not in plain view" inside of your vehicle for some time now. You just can't be a prohibited person, legally.

[@brucebanner6737]

Dam you need insurance for your gun? That's crazy all these different types of insurance for what?

[@TOMVUTHEPIMP]

No. The insurance is a scam.

[@willterrell852]

you dont legally need insurance for your fire arm(s), its just something you might want up to you

[@sacridens]

Show me a 18 year old that can afford a 50 cal

[@user-zz8hl8se6t]

Too many cowboy movies in America growing up leads to this

[@vajona2495]

Protect your 2nd amendment with your 2nd amendment or lose it

[@rogeriacatto3430]

Here in Brazil is not easy to buy a gun, a few brazilians have a gun at home and we need to have a license to use it, I mean a gun license like happens with you all in Texas. Having a gun or weapon is not part of our culture.

[@nvkulk]

You ever been to a favela?

[@patriotperspective9321]

18-20 year olds CAN get a license to carry and legally do so in the state of Texas. First hand knowledge trumps misinformation.

[@EHRpito]

Any person who complies with all the requirements of the law in Texas and of course criminals who do not care about the law.🤷🏻‍♂️

[@dwayne3382]

Please do your own research and educate yourself on Texas and federal gun laws. This video, while somewhat helpful, is riddled with errors and inaccuracies.

[@shaaannneee]

I carry every day when it comes to defending me or my family there are no laws only defense

[@crawford323]

You may possess a gun in airports, it has to be in checked luggage, declared and secured in an approved manner.

[@bronxnewbie]

Rambo is from Texas!!!

[@tshimstshimangausa3061]

What kind of misdemeanor

[@ravrav1025]

do not answer questions or volunteer info. we got rights you don't have to tell the officer you have a gun. teach people their rights wy should there be a problem if i have a gun.

[@ajetmech2002]

Hopefully every law abiding Citizen!

[@musclesmouse]

We are ruled by law. Not feelings You need to check your college campus facts

[@100pyatt]

Thank God for Texas and the USA constitution ♥️🇺🇸♥️🇺🇸

[@user-rk3xw3tx4x]

Still unconstitutional

[@charlessmith9421]

Yeah that’s that’s just make money they won’t let you have it free Willy you pay for training then you still have to pay for the license no it’s their second amendment we shouldn’t have to do anything if you carry the gun where can you go? They would be restricting schools in vision scissor all over the place or do you have to stop at a gas station money you have to pass the schools in business places to get there or their rooms that restricts you

[@willterrell852]

also, if you have a license to carry businesses signs that clearly show guns are prohibited do not affect you. only non permitted carriers have to obey that sign

[@mrsjamessmom9044]

Who is going to pay for training and insurance if it's not mandated? lol

[@Tusk_Tact]

a lot of folks. I am an Instructor for Conceal carry and Home Defense and will be DPS certfied soon for TX LTC. The demand is never ending. That said, no one should have to pay the State for the right to self defense

[@lolyourmad2181]

I have USCCA, not the same insurance you think it is. And I get training all the time. Rifle training, CQB courses, handgun training.. your doing a disservice to yourself and your family if you just buy a gun and toss it in your safe

[@mrsjamessmom9044]

@@lolyourmad2181 You are a smart person, my point is the general population isn't and they lazy. They want to go buy a gun and leave where a kid might find it. Unfortunate reality.

[@mrsjamessmom9044]

@@Tusk_Tact They are paying for an education that could save them from tragedy. Glad business is good, but I'm still on the side of permits and mandatory training.

[@Tusk_Tact]

@@mrsjamessmom9044 What do you envision that mandatory training consisting of? I've been carrying here in TX since before Constitional Carry was a thing so I had to take that "mandatory" training. I can tell you from experience it wasn't what you are envisioning. I sat in a class for 6hrs watching videos and talking then took a written test that a 3rd grader could have passed. The shooting qualification was a joke and I'm fairly sure no one ever failed it in the few times I had to take the course. Now for that "right" i had to pay $75 to $100 each time to the Instructor and then turn around and pay the State of TX another $45 to process the form. It was clear to everyone that the process was just a money grab for the State. Being in the business I hear from folks all accross the Us and it's basically the same in their States as well. I don't think that is the "mandatory" training you envisioned but in reality it was never adequate. As an Instructor I am with you on the need for training but where I differ is it being mandated and pointless. I think the perception of State mandated training is that of military or police level, which it never was or should be

[@scarumanga]

Owning any gun should have those requirements. Owning a firearm should be something only an upstanding law abiding citizen has the right to. Not criminals and those who disregard the law. When you beak the law and get a criminal record you lose the right to that 2nd amendment as you have displayed your mental ability is not there to be responsible with one. Gun ownership and responsibility fall hand in hand, if you disagree you should seek counselling. You have the right to not commit crime or be arrested, exercise that right and you get to keep your other rights, overly simple.

[@Absentiment4l]

I love Texas gun laws I hope they adopt this law nationwide

[@user-rx4bl4ou5c]

gotta love people bitching and moaning about how government is trying to take away gun rights when we have more guns than ever. Stop make it seem like gun ownership has gone down. There are more guns than ever in this country.

[@Patriot-rising]

Wow a news report that Captain Obvious would love.

[@user-zz8hl8se6t]

its not 1778 anymore bro

[@marryson123]

Carrying concealed pistol freely has nothing to do with a maniac shooting people with a rifle. shooting people with a gun is already illegal.

[@henrysantos121]

I think is good idea"

[@GregariousAntithesis]

Its about entitlement, selfishness and the fact no one feels any connection or give a damn about anyone else. No one talks about anything and we get offended to easy and delete people from our lives just because they say something we dont like. The shooters are those people who have been completely excommunicated by everyone and feel hopeless because they relate to no one. We are fuked because you cant fix hopelessness.

[@drx3373]

I think you got your finger right on the pulse of the problem. Don't see the root problems getting better any time soon though, with all the new communication technology it's harming our usual societal dynamics. Checking for mental health before gun purchases may reduce the number of crazies with their hands on weapons, but it won't stop them all, and it doesn't solve the root problems.

[@GregariousAntithesis]

@@drx3373 Doesnt say much for supposedly being a Christian nation. I dont see many people who live or act like Jesus.

[@csmlouis]

@@GregariousAntithesis US stopped being a Christian majority nation since 1950s. Majority of so-called Christians nowadays are Catholics that were forcefully baptized as a baby so they "inherit" their Catholicism and bible-poor Protestants that were peer-pressured into believer's baptism before graduating HS and at least go to church for GF/Easter/Christmas eve every year. The latest poll shows that we are somewhere between 5 and 10% Jesus' Christians left in this country, excluding sects like Mormons, Amish, etc. So, we are not a Christian nation by a long long stretch.

[@Mj-th7md]

@@GregariousAntithesis I know, right? So much for being "christian"

[@jleau89]

@@drx3373 right. apparently the US is the only country with social media

[@bobdavis3357]

Guns are now allowed on campuses in TX.

[@larrysfarris]

And airports too (as long as you’re not trying to go through security to board). Just to say “airports” like she did in the report is a little misleading. And technically, it’s not just federal buildings, at least in the case of the Post Office, it’s also their property (parking lot, as an example). And obviously that’s not just a Texas thing. Her report accuracy was marginal at best!

[@Godgotmealways]

Im learning bout this state from Charleston white a you tuber who is a big old mess n funny too😂

[@henrysantos121]

Matatan"!" Ribirin H-S-:)

[@cristianmorales3382]

Is that you Kanye? 😂

[@orlandocastaneda4107]

1 or the other with these politics

[@SirTickleTots]

Americans

[@7_of_9]

To my knowledge we now have a huge army and local police and other emergency response agencies. Hell we even have modern cars and even planes, this is something we never had when the constitution was signed. In fact the life expectancy was 40 years at that time, 40!. Fun fact, states with no to very little gun laws have a higher murder rate than any other state. Look it up, I did. A car or any vehicle is a weapon and we required insurance and a driver license. A license is to proof that you can drive a vehicle, the insurance is protection from accidents or intentional damages. Do the same with all weapons, just simple common sense. Of course we have criminals stealing vehicles and weapons. This has an easy fixed, make it 25 years minimum jail time for stealing a weapon or using a weapon not registered. As long politicians continue to receive millions of dollars from gun manufacturers nothing will change. Remember that your car seatbelt had to be a mandatory required by law or else we wouldn't have seatbelts today.

[@musclesmouse]

That is not a good argument. You need to be able to remove 2A. If not, all other “laws” will get removed eventually.

[@frankshattuck1975]

Life expectancy was because of infant deaths being counted. Medicene then was not as good as todays.

[@JohnDoeTheTroll]

We had an army when the 2nd amendment was added, so whats your point? Also, your lies about states with fewer gun laws is wrong. Look at Chicago, DC, Baltimore etc. Obviously you didn't look it up. And driving is a privilege, not a right. Also, don't confuse the constitution as something that gives us rights as citizens, it doesn't! It tells the government what they can't do.

[@rullvox5912]

Insurance at a cheaper rate for carrying that gun? What exactly is the insurance for?

[@dalegray3188]

Anybody in Texas can have a gun you can be a human you can be a dog and be a cat you can be a catfish it don't make no difference if you ain't got a gun the NRA will make damn sure you get one

[@richhoops2413]

One can only dream.

[@TOMVUTHEPIMP]

Great!

[@kwonder6796]

That buzzing sound you hear when you're in Texas isn't mosquitos. It's bullets. Just sayin. God bless and stop the madness.

[@AdL629]

No, that's cicadas.

[@everss02]

flush your SSRI drugs in the toilets please, save the children

[@willterrell852]

banning guns only hurts the law abiding citizen. because a criminal will carry one and use it anyways. and the law abiding citizen now has nothing to protect themselves or others with

[@denziiey]

Its not just age. Anyone trying to purchase high oiwer rifles need training and psychological testing. Then you get your license. This law they passed is madness!

[@desertsoldier41]

You cannot license a right.

[@denziiey]

@Douglas Hamner see that's the American problem. Owning a gun shouldn't be a right. It should be a privilege. Does a mentally ill person still have the right to own a gun? Does someone who wants to cause intentional harm have the right to own a gun? This ideology that originated with the 2nd amendment is what is causing this madness. Everyone isn't equally responsible and you can give anyone a gun cause of a right! See the data for yourself.

[@TOMVUTHEPIMP]

You should get a psych test and training to use the internet.

[@whiskeyrebel4157]

It's has been legal to carry long guns openly in Texas for years. When I was a kid, it wasn't uncommon to see rifles hanging on gun racks in vehicles at the grocery store. By the way, most hunting rifles are more high-powered than an ar15.

[@JohnDoeTheTroll]

@@denziiey What makes you think criminals care what the law says? The people who are buying and using their guns legally aren't the ones you should be worried about. The 2nd amendment isn't causing anything, criminals don't give a sht what it says and would carry even without it. The data also says guns are used 2million times a year for lawful self defense. In Mexico it's not a right to own a gun but how many gun crimes do they have? The laws didn't stop the cartels from getting and using guns. Perhaps you should move there where guns are illegal...

[@4markie]

Telling the officer you have a gun makes it more likely you'll get shot. try and change my mind.

[@DYLAN102001]

That's why you do don't say "hey I have a gun." If detained by a LEO you say "I am required by law to inform you that I am conceal carrying today" and you hand them your Texas LTC. If you'd went to a LTC class you would know that.

[@cristianmorales3382]

This is exactly why not everyone should carry how could people be so ignorant.

[@GYMMYT]

You can't fix stupid

[@DYLAN102001]

@@cristianmorales3382 Look in the mirror.

[@robertbenson8353]

​@@DYLAN102001 it's not a requirement to hold an ltc anymore. So with that being said those classes should be mandatory and instead of a license to carry it should be more of a license to purchase and own firearms and ammunition. any sale to persons not holding such a license should be prohibited. The class should include a 1 on 1 session with the instructor and a qualified mental health professional to determine if each candidate is worthy of such responsibilities.