TX Gun Laws
Texas Gun Carry Laws
Permit requirements, reciprocity, and key carry restrictions for Texas, sourced and kept current so you can research before you travel.
Constitutional Carry
Permit Requirements
- Issuing Authority
- Department of Public Safety
- Cost
- $40
- Training Required
- Yes
Permits Texas Honors (38)
Key Restrictions
Prohibited locations
- Schools
- Polling places
- Courts
- Racetracks
- Amusement parks
- Hospitals
- Nursing homes
- Bars (51% sign)
- Government meetings
- High school/college sporting events
Magazine limit:None
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This is informational only and not legal advice. Verify current requirements with official Texas state sources before you travel — carry law changes frequently and this summary may not reflect the most recent updates.