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Learn more about Sportsman Law with Texas LawShield at the Redneck Country Club Did you know that more than 16,000 violations are recorded by Texas Game Wardens every year? Mistakes in the woods and on water happen, and while unintentional, you could still be breaking the law. Learn more about sportsman law with Texas LawShield... [Read More]

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  Edwin Walker, Independent Program Attorney for Texas Law Shield: Well, back-to-school time is almost here, so let’s talk a little bit about the relationship between schools and guns. I’m Edwin Walker, Independent Program Attorney for Texas Law Shield. As of August 1st, 2017, it will become legal for LTC holders to take their concealed... [Read More]

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Any hunt where a coyote appears on the scene becomes a coyote hunt. That’s the mantra of hunters across the country, and for good reason. Coyotes may be small—around 20 to 50 pounds, depending on the region—but they are highly adaptable and opportunistic predators. Their jaws exert as much as 300 pounds of bite pressure,... [Read More]

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One of our Texas & U.S. Law Shield facilities, Defender Outdoors in Fort Worth, recently covered the introduction of several new lines of Springfield Range Officer Elite handguns in Compact, Target, Champion, and Operator series. The new Springfield Armory  1911 models are chambered in 9mm and .45 ACP. The 1911 RO Elite is Springfield’s latest addition to their growing line of handguns, including the recently released XD-E. The Geneseo, IL-based firearm manufacturer is also offering a limited-time offer that all new RO Elite 1911’s ship with a Springfield Armory range bag, four additional magazines, a Springfield Armory holster, and a double mag pouch. For more information on the RO Elite 1911 line, read on.

Want to get 15% off an ice chest or other “cool” products through our 2A Member Perks program? Then click the video below to watch Germaine Baur, Brand Ambassador for Texas & U.S. Law Shield, explain how to take advantage of this exceptional offer from Frio Ice Chests. This Member Perk is available to both Texas Law Shield... [Read More]

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Any hunt where a coyote appears on the scene becomes a coyote hunt. That’s the mantra of hunters across the country, and for good reason. Coyotes may be small—around 20 to 50 pounds, depending on the region—but they are highly adaptable and opportunistic predators. Their jaws exert as much as 300 pounds of bite pressure,... [Read More]

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    Member Ambassador Sherry Hale: Welcome Members and Fellow Gun Owners. In the last Member’s Voice video, our member Tyler witnessed a criminal breaking into his car. Tyler drew his gun, and the bad guys ran away. The legal questions started pouring in, and Members, you wanted to know your legal rights in your... [Read More]

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As noted in a recent legislative update, Texas Law Shield Members will soon have a major expansion in their ability to defend themselves with bladed weapons. On September 1, 2017, H.B. 1935 becomes effective. It amends Texas Penal Code § 46.01(6) to remove the term “Illegal” knife and create the term “Location restricted” knife. Knives will no... [Read More]

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  The U.S. & Texas LawShield® series of Armed And Educated books are state-specific legal references — written in plain and understandable English — that contain critical information every gun owner should know: Where You Can And Cannot Possess A Firearm When You Can Legally Use A Firearm Numerous Examples Of How Gun Laws Impact Real... [Read More]

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Three University of Texas at Austin professors seeking to overturn the state’s 2015 campus carry law have had their lawsuit dismissed by a federal judge. The law allows licensed-to-carry individuals to carry concealed handguns inside most public university buildings. Campus carry became law in 2015 and went into effect on Aug. 1, 2016. The professors... [Read More]

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No closed season. They’re three of the greatest words found on the Texas Parks and Wildlife website; after all, who doesn’t love hunting 365 days a year? These are five “no closed season” hunting options that are not only fun to go after but are somewhat symbolic of the Lone Star State itself. Feral Hogs... [Read More]

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Hi, Texas Law Shield Members: We wanted to let you know about some fantastic deals you are eligible for through our 2A Member Perks program, including discounts on training, range fees, and LTC classes. For instance, AWATT (short for Advanced Weapons and Training Tactics) is offering 10% off all training courses for TLS members. The... [Read More]

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