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Finally, you find a great deal on a handgun you’ve been eyeing for months. Fast forward a couple of years. You walk out to your car in the morning and find that your window has been smashed, things inside your car are strewn about, and your handgun is missing. The unfortunate reality is this is... [Read More]

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You received that dreaded phone call, your grandpa has passed away. You remember the time you hunted together, shot skeet and targets for practice. There’s no substitute for him being there. But at the reading of his will, you learn that you’ve inherited his entire gun collection. Preserving his legacy is important, and you want... [Read More]

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Have you ever been chased down by an aggressive dog? Do you have to let that dog bite you before you defend yourself with force or deadly force? One of the oddities about Texas law is that there’s no specific legal justification that allows you to defend yourself from an attacking dog. Texas law details... [Read More]

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How old do you have to be to purchase a gun? It depends on what type of gun and what type of transaction. Under federal law when dealing with a Federal Firearms Licensee, also known as an FFL, you have to be at least 18 years old to purchase a long gun, and at least... [Read More]

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After the tragedy in Santa Fe, Governor Abbott requested that the issue of school shootings be examined to see if new legislation would help prevent further terrible acts. Soon the Texas legislature will consider what proponents called “red flag protective orders.” These orders were made popular by their prominent use in California to confiscate firearms... [Read More]

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Under Texas law, it is illegal to carry a firearm onto school premises or on the grounds where a school-sponsored activity is being conducted. The law defines the words “school premises” to only include a building or portion of a building. This does not include the sidewalks, fields, and parking lots around the school. This... [Read More]

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Imagine you’re walking to your car after a late night movie, when a masked man with a knife jumps in front of you and demands money. As he creeps closer, you have to decide, hand over your wallet, draw your concealed pistol and protect yourself, or run away. Here are three critical stand your ground... [Read More]

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Protecting our children is the fundamental reason many of us own and carry our firearms. Securing those firearms in our homes is just as important as understanding how to use them in the outside world. Let’s take a look at the laws in your state regarding securing firearms from children. What is the law on... [Read More]

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Going to work is an important part of everyone’s lives, and while most civilian jobs do not normally involve carrying a firearm, a question we hear all the time is, “Can I carry my handgun at work?” The answer is best understood in two parts: whether it’s a crime, and if not, whether your employer... [Read More]

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We all know that nighttime can be scary. In some states, daytime can affect whether or not your use of deadly force is justified.  In Texas, the use of deadly force is not controlled solely by the rising and setting of the sun. You can use deadly force in one of those locations subject to... [Read More]

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Summer is here and many people are spending their time out on the water. Before heading out for your fun in the sun, watch Independent Program Attorney Emily Taylor explain the law in Texas for drinking and boating, and what could happen if you add a gun to the equation. Going boating is always a... [Read More]

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Summer is in full swing and many members are taking vacations. While looking for a place to stay, many are turning to Airbnb as an alternative to hotels. But a question has risen—can an AirBnB owner prohibit my gun? Watch Independent Program Attorney Edwin Walker explain the law in Texas. You may be thinking that... [Read More]

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