FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT TEXAS GUN LAWS

Texas gun laws are fairly simple and straightforward. The following are some frequently asked questions and their answers concerning the Lone Star State’s firearms rules.

Q: Does Texas have a waiting period for gun purchases?

A: No. Handguns, rifles, and shotguns may all be purchased with no waiting periods.

Q: Do people who move to Texas need to register their firearms?

A: No, because there is no state registration.

Q: What kind of ID is needed to buy a gun in Texas?

A: For Texas residents, a state-issued ID card or driver’s license. While out-of-state residents may purchase guns under some circumstances, most Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealers won’t sell to them, since gun dealers are legally obligated to abide by the gun laws of whatever state they do business in, and there are legal complexities involved in upholding state-to-state firearms statutes.

Q: Does Texas permit open carry of firearms?

A: With few exceptions, openly carrying firearms is not allowed in Texas. Allowances include carrying guns during firearms-related activities like hunting. You may also carry openly on your own land.

Q: Does Texas allow concealed carry of handguns?

A: Yes, so long as the person has a concealed carry permit. Long arms (rifles and shotguns) can be openly carried in Texas within common-sense limitations; you can move around with a rifle in the backcountry with no problems, but you shouldn’t walk into a bank with one.

Q: Can I carry a firearm in my vehicle?

A: Recent legislation now permits you to keep a loaded handgun in your vehicle if it’s concealed. You may also carry a long arm in your car or truck with no need for concealment.

Q: Are there any laws in Texas against owning machine guns or silencers?

A: Only federal laws apply. There are no state statutes.

Q: Where can I find the best gun deals in Texas, backed by world-class customer service?

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