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Q: Can I get a concealed handgun permit in the state of texas if I was charged 3 years ago for a crime which was dismissed

The charge was aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and was dismissed in court. I understand you must list every time you was In jail on the dps application and for what crimes. I do not have a felony and never been arrested except for this one time. I have not expunged the charge yet from my... View More

Gary Blake Wells
Gary Blake Wells
answered on Jul 13, 2018

Assuming you meet the other requirements for a Texas license to carry, your are eligible for a LTC if you 1) have not been convicted of a felony and 2) you have not, in the five years preceding the date of application, been convicted of a Class A or Class B misdemeanor or equivalent offense or of... View More

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