New to CHL Please Help

[RiceKrispie]

I recently turned 21 and I wanted to know the most efficient way to get my CHL. Do I just sign up for a class, go, and thats it? I have been trying to find information on it myself, but im still a bit confused. Thanks for any help guys and or girls.

 

[ZX9RCAM]

That should work.
Most places offer everything one needs to send off, just make sure before you sign up.

 

[RiceKrispie]

Thanks for the quick reply. That makes things alot easier.

 

[ZX9RCAM]

Welcome to the Forum!

 

[Brains]

The process is indeed reasonably simple, here's what you need to get started: Texas Concealed Handgun Licensing

Read the statues, understand what they mean, and ask questions where you're unclear. We'll do our best to help.

 

[BIGPAPIGREG]

you can go and get your finger prints done ahead of time as well, that way WHEN you complete the CHL course you can send your stuff in right away

 

[ZX9RCAM]

Do they no longer fingerprint in the class?

They did in mine, of course it was a few years ago.

 

[BIGPAPIGREG]

they might Bigun, depending on where ya go. Where I did my CHL they did not, so I had to do the foot work.....(or would it be finger work???)

 

[A.Texas.Yankee]

Do they no longer fingerprint in the class?

They did in mine, of course it was a few years ago.

It's all electronic only now from what I believe and only certain places are certified to do it. They did away with ink cards I think.

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[RiceKrispie]

Does anyone know if Hotwells Shooting Range does the prints as part of the class?

 

[BIGPAPIGREG]

call em and find out, just to be sure

 

[RiceKrispie]

Thanks. Will do.

 

[txinvestigator]

you can go and get your finger prints done ahead of time as well, that way WHEN you complete the CHL course you can send your stuff in right away

Actually prints are only submitted electronically now, and one needs the trace number from the application with DPS in order to get the prints.

 

[txinvestigator]

Does anyone know if Hotwells Shooting Range does the prints as part of the class?

https://www.ibtfingerprint.com/locations/?st=tx

 

[ZX9RCAM]

Actually prints are only submitted electronically now, and one needs the trace number from the application with DPS in order to get the prints.

Thanks TI, comes through again.....

 

[Brains]

Does anyone know if Hotwells Shooting Range does the prints as part of the class?

No, Hot Wells does not do your prints, you'll go down to L1 as TXI mentioned. They're near Freedom Munitions on Jones and 290, but on the South side of 290. Fill out the online application on the state website I linked earlier, schedule your fingerprints with L1, and schedule your class at Hot Wells. Then while you're waiting for the class, read up on all the materials you'll need to know to pass the licensing test.

Post up a hello in the Introductions section too!

 

[hellishhorses]

1. Sign up for a class
2. Education at class
3. Qualification at class
4. DPS can use your driver's license photo for your CHL
5. Apply online
6. Get fingerprints scanned & submitted
7. Send off application/certification/paperwork from class
8. Wait...
9. Wait...
10. Wait...
11. Practice
12. Buy a good holster & belt
13. Wait...
14. CHL will finally arrive.

In that order

 

[London]

You can also look into getting out of state permits/licenses as well. Florida seems to be the most popular, although I think Arizona is the way to go. Just send in proof of training (a hunter's safety course will work, so will any NRA course), fingerprints, and the cash. Costs less than TX (especially when the class and ammo is factored in), takes less time, and lasts longer. Unlike a TX CHL, it won't be suspended for petty things like getting into a fist fight. In fact, unless you are found guilty of a felony or do something illegal in AZ, I doubt it will be suspended at all.

Love mine!

 

[BIGPAPIGREG]

Actually prints are only submitted electronically now, and one needs the trace number from the application with DPS in order to get the prints.

10-4 TXI, thanks for the update.....it's been a while since I've taken mine. You da man Bigun....

 

[RiceKrispie]

Thanks for the advice. You guys are awesome.