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What Disqualifies You From Getting A License To Carry In Texas?

Any Class A or Class B misdemeanor, or felony arrest, is a disqualification from getting a License to Carry. An arrest for a Class A or B misdemeanor or felony suspends an active LTC, and suspends any pending LTC application. Learn more.

Can you get an LTC in Texas with a Class A Misdemeanor? A Class A or Class B misdemeanor conviction is a five year disqualification from LTC eligibility in Texas. Convicted felons are ineligible for an LTC in Texas.

What disqualifies you from carrying a gun in Texas? Convictions for Assault-Bodily Injury, Deadly Conduct, Terroristic Threat, and Class B misdemeanor Disorderly Conduct are disqualifications for carrying a handgun in public. Gang members are prohibited from carrying handguns in automobiles or watercraft. It is illegal for convicted felons to carry firearms in Texas.

WHAT MISDEMEANORS PROHIBIT GUN OWNERSHIP IN TEXAS?

Misdemeanor domestic violence offenses, including Assault, Terroristic Threat, and Harassment if directed toward a family member prohibit gun ownership. Bond and probation conditions for all misdemeanor offenses frequently prohibit gun ownership in Texas.

What charges prevent you from buying a gun in Texas? Felony and domestic violence charges prohibit buying a gun in Texas. Texas judges frequently forbid firearms in bond and probation conditions and any violation of these restrictions can result in jail. Learn more.

Can you buy a gun if you have a Class B misdemeanor in Texas? Individuals with Class B misdemeanors can buy guns in Texas except those with domestic violence offenses, including harassment if directed toward a family member. Firearms are frequently prohibited by Class B misdemeanor bond and probation conditions.

CAN FELONS BUY GUNS IN TEXAS?

Felons cannot buy guns in Texas. Under Texas law, felons may not possess a gun until five years after completion of any prison sentence, probation, or parole, after which felons may only possess firearms in their home. However, it is illegal under federal law for convicted felons to ever possess a gun except for antique guns manufactured before 1899 or replicas that do not use rimfire or centerfire ammunition. Learn more.

Can felons hunt in Texas? Felons can hunt in Texas, but they cannot use modern firearms. Felons can hunt with bows, crossbows, and antique guns manufactured before 1899 or replicas that do not use rimfire or centerfire ammunition. Convicted felons can obtain hunting licenses in Texas. Learn more.

Can you buy a gun in Texas with a dismissed felony? Yes, you can buy a gun in Texas with a dismissed felony. A dismissed felony may also qualify for an expunction, which destroys all records of the case, or an order of nondisclosure, which seals the record.

What disqualifies you from buying a firearm in Texas? Domestic violence convictions and felony charges disqualify individuals from purchasing firearms in Texas. Many misdemeanor bond and probation conditions also prohibit the purchase of guns. Federal law has broader categorical prohibitions on firearms purchases. Learn more.

WHAT MISDEMEANORS DISQUALIFY YOU FROM OWNING A GUN IN TEXAS?

A misdemeanor charge alone does not disqualify you from owning a gun in Texas, except for domestic violence misdemeanors. However, misdemeanor bond and probation conditions frequently prohibit firearms.

Can a misdemeanor stop you from buying a gun in Texas? Yes, misdemeanor bond and probation conditions frequently prohibit the purchase and possession of firearms in Texas. Domestic violence offenses always prohibit the purchase and possession of firearms.

Can you purchase a gun while on probation in Texas? Yes, it is legal to purchase a gun while on probation in Texas, unless the probation is for a felony or domestic violence conviction. Probation conditions frequently prohibit firearms. All conditions must be carefully reviewed as any violation can lead to probation revocation.

How long after probation can I buy a gun in Texas? Guns can be purchased immediately following the termination of probation in Texas, unless an individual was convicted with a felony or domestic violence offense.

How long does it take to get your gun rights back in Texas? Texans get their gun rights restored immediately upon a dismissal or termination of probation, except for individuals convicted with felony or domestic violence offenses. Class A and B misdemeanor convictions impose a five year disqualification for a Texas License to Carry.

CAN A NON CONVICTED FELON OWN A GUN IN TEXAS?

Yes, a non convicted felon can own a gun in Texas, including exonerated individuals, those who completed their deferred adjudication probation, and those who had their felony convictions formally pardoned. Learn more.

Can a felon carry a gun after 5 years in Texas? Felons are permanently prohibited from carrying a gun in public. Under Texas law, a felon can possess a gun in their home five years after completion of any jail sentence, probation, or parole.Under federal law, it is illegal for a convicted felon to ever possess a gun, including at home.

How long does a felony stay on your record in Texas? A felony stays on your record forever, even if dismissed. In some instances, certain felonies may qualify for an expunction or nondisclosure order. Learn more.

CAN YOU GET A GUN WITH A CRIMINAL RECORD IN TEXAS

Yes, you can get a gun in Texas with a criminal record. Felony and domestic violence charges prevent the purchase and possession of guns in Texas. People on bond or probation for criminal charges may be prohibited from purchasing or owning firearms by the conditions of supervision.

Does Texas have a 3 day waiting period for guns?Texas does not have a three day waiting period for purchasing a gun. Texas does not require any waiting period whatsoever, nor does it require the registration of firearms.

How many guns can you own in Texas? You can own as many guns as you want in Texas. Texas does not restrict the amount of guns you can own. There is no specific limitation under federal law either.

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CHARGES DISMISSED

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED .15

Driving facts involved failing to maintain a single lane and speeding. Client refused breath test and forced law enforcement to obtain search warrant for blood. Blood test result was not used after challenge from Defense, and State waived and abandoned charge.

CHARGES DISMISSED

DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

Client was a college student, worried about the collateral consequences of an alcohol offense. After negotiation and review of the traffic stop, the case was dismissed. Client received no criminal conviction. The charge was later expunged and deleted from client’s record.

CHARGES DISMISSED

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED .15+

Client was involved in minor accident. Client was at fault in accident. A young executive, client was concerned that a criminal conviction for DWI would result in termination. After review of the traffic stop, it was clear the officer lacked probable cause for arrest.

CHARGES DISMISSED

DWI 2ND

Client, a military veteran, was facing up to one year in jail. State could not prove intoxication by alcohol, and was prepared to proceed on loss of use by marijuana. After challenging the State to prove that marijuana was ingested at or near time of driving, and that marijuana impaired client’s driving, the State dismissed the case on the day of trial.

CHARGES DISMISSED

DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

Driving facts involved a false claim by police that taillight was out. After challenging the reasonable suspicion for the traffic stop, the State was forced to dismiss the case when video did not match police report. Client has since expunged arrest, and has no criminal record.

CHARGES DISMISSED

DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

Client is a public school teacher and faced immediate termination upon conviction. The facts of the case were bad. State was unwilling to budge in negotiation, and matter was set for trial – the last shot at avoiding a conviction and preserving client’s livelihood. State was forced to dismiss on day of trial. Client has no criminal record, and has since expunged the DWI arrest.

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