Firearms Application Cost In Tarrant
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Not only are you able to carry in more places with an LTC, such as certain college and university campuses, but Texas also allows those 18 years or older who have passed the LTC to carry a firearm for self-defense; without an LTC the age is 21 years and older.
The Texas License to Carry Proficiency Test is not a difficult shooting test to pass. It is a timed test designed with plenty of time to take your shots accurately. You will be shooting at a B-27 target. B27 targets are 24"x45" and come in many colors.
The Regulatory Services Division of DPS will begin processing your application only after all paperwork has been completed. Usual wait time for your license is 2-4 weeks.
Generally, it takes no more than 60 days from the date of application for the DPS to process your application and issue your license.
DPS will make every effort to issue your license within 60 days of receiving the completed application packet. If the application is incomplete or requires additional information to complete the background check, you will be notified in the manner you selected on your application.
In conclusion, obtaining a Texas handgun license is a simple process that can provide many benefits. The application process can be completed online or in person and the processing time is usually no more than 60 days.
The entire process takes about 60 days from the time your correct application was first received at the FFLC.
Though most states have permitless carry laws, the majority of Americans live in states that still require a permit or license to carry a concealed firearm. Permitless carry states tend to be more rural and sparsely populated, with some exceptions like Florida and Texas.
Federal law does not limit the number of guns a person may buy in any given time period. However, federal law does require federal firearm licensees (“FFLs”) to report multiple sales of handguns to ATF and other specified law enforcement agencies.
An applicant may receive LTC online training (classroom only) through an Approved Online Course Provider. After, successfully passing the online classroom portion, an applicant must attend 1-2 hours of range instruction class and demonstrate handgun proficiency (shooting) with a Texas Qualified LTC Instructor.
