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09-01-2008, 06:43 PM
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Moving to Houston - Handgun Laws?
Hey everyone,
My relocation to Houston is quickly approaching and I was wondering what I need to do as far as registering my handgun in TX? If anyone has any info, I would greatly appreciate it!
Lance
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09-01-2008, 07:28 PM
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There are several companies that offer concealed weapon permit classes. When I got mine, you were required to take a class from a certified teacher, then go to the range and demonstrate proficiency with the weapon. I think all together it cost less than $200.
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09-01-2008, 10:19 PM
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Aside from a few Facist cities - you are not required to register handguns in most of the US.
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09-02-2008, 12:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Oildog
There are several companies that offer concealed weapon permit classes. When I got mine, you were required to take a class from a certified teacher, then go to the range and demonstrate proficiency with the weapon. I think all together it cost less than $200.
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Ditto my wife took the class, it takes about 6mo. for the state to send the licenses to you.
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09-02-2008, 12:11 AM
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Aside from a few Facist cities - you are not required to register handguns in most of the US.
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I always thought registering a hand gun was more common sense 
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09-02-2008, 12:22 AM
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Originally Posted by 30somethings
Hey everyone,
My relocation to Houston is quickly approaching and I was wondering what I need to do as far as registering my handgun in TX? If anyone has any info, I would greatly appreciate it!
Lance
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You just bring the handgun(s) to Texas and keep it in your house, no need to register. I've moved all over the place here and the only registered handguns I have are those I bought AFTER it became a requirement to buy one.
Now, if you have a concealed handgun permit from your current state, Texas has this Texas Department of Public Safety - Courtesy, Service, Protection
More here Texas Department of Public Safety - Regulatory Licensing Service Concealed Handgun Licensing
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09-02-2008, 06:09 PM
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I always thought registering a hand gun was more common sense 
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LOL - I would agree that it is a good idea to record the serial numbers in case of theft. Registering can be a good way to do that.
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09-02-2008, 10:13 PM
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Thanks everyone. From the sounds of it, as the gun is already registered and I have a permit to carry, I should just be able to bring it with me when I move.
Lance
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09-06-2008, 12:08 PM
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You can keep the gun at your home but if you don't have a permit from Texas I would suggest keeping it at home. Ever herd the slogan "Don't mess with Texas" I was born and raised there trust me they mean it !!
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