Definitely shorter. And cheaper.
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/ftp/forms/ls-16.pdf
Page 9 lays it all out.
The biggies are 21, not a felon, no outstanding felony warrants (some misdemeanors can disqualify you too) no problems with chemical dependency, although, as written, we water enthusiasts could be in trouble.
1 background check, some fingerprints and a certified hand gun instructor that certifies your proficiency with handguns, and to renew, there's a continuing education requirement.
Nope, no license of any kind is required to keep a gun on you in your place of business if you own the property. Heck at your place of business, you can carry openly.
If you're renting though, you might run it by your landlord and ask first:)
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Definitely shorter. And cheaper. http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/ftp/forms/ls-16.pdf Page 9 lays it all out. The biggies are 21, not a felon, no outstanding felony warrants (some misdemeanors can disqualify you too) no problems with chemical dependency, although, as written, we water enthusiasts could be in trouble. 1 background check, some fingerprints and a certified hand gun instructor that certifies your proficiency with handguns, and to renew, there's a continuing education requirement.
Nope, no license of any kind is required to keep a gun on you in your place of business if you own the property. Heck at your place of business, you can carry openly.
If you're renting though, you might run it by your landlord and ask first :)
Now, if you want to keep your handgun in a holster and under a jacket, and step outside, then you need a concealed carry permit.
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/administration/crime_records/chl/chlsindex.htm