Regulatory Services
Handgun Licensing
Popular Services
OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
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DPS administers the Handgun Licensing Program under the authority of the Texas Government Code Chapter 411, Subchapter H. DPS licenses individuals to carry handguns within Texas, read more…
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LAWS AND REGULATIONS
LAWS AND REGULATIONS
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Enabling statutes, administrative rules, and related information may be found here.
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LICENSING AND REGISTRATION
LICENSING AND REGISTRATION
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Application and renewal instructions and related information may be found here.
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CONTACT US
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REPORTS AND STATISTICS
REPORTS AND STATISTICS
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Reports and statistics, and related information may be found here.
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