How to Renew Your Texas LTC: A Guide for the Forgetful (But Not So Forgetful You Need to Retake the Class)
Howdy, partner! Ever stared at that worn leather holster and felt a pang of dread? Not because of rogue six-shooters or saloon brawls (although, those were the good ol' days, weren't they?), but because you're pretty sure your Texas License to Carry (LTC) is about as expired as a ten-year-old can of Lone Star beer? Don't fret, friend! Renewing your LTC is easier than wrangling a herd of ornery longhorns.
Signs You Might Need to Renew Your LTC (Besides the Expiry Date)
- Your spouse keeps giving you that "honey, is that legal?" look every time you slip on your trusty holster.
- You try to use your LTC for a library card discount and get laughed out the door.
- You wake up in a cold sweat muttering something about "requalification courses" – that's your brain's way of saying "dude, renew already!"
Alright, alright, enough dramatics. Let's get down to brass tacks (or should we say, six-shooters?).
Renewing Your Texas LTC: A Painless Process (Almost)
The good news is, renewing your LTC is a breeze compared to surviving a dust storm. Here's what you need to do:
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Channel your inner tech whiz: Head over to the official Texas Department of Public Safety website (https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/handgun-licensing). Yes, you can do this from the comfort of your own couch, while wearing your favorite rodeo clown pajamas (no judgment here).
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Gather your arsenal (of information, not actual weapons): You'll need your driver's license/ID, some basic info (address, phone number, the usual), and a credit card to pay the measly $40 fee (cheaper than a round of drinks at the saloon these days).
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Don't worry about fingerprints or photos: Unless your last renewal was eight decades ago, they'll have that info on file. Think of it as your Wild West criminal record – hopefully blank, but they gotta keep it on file just in case.
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Hit submit and wait patiently: They won't be sending out carrier pigeons with your renewed LTC, but you should get it within a few weeks. Use this time to polish your spurs or perfect your two-step.
There you have it, folks! Renewing your LTC is a walk in the park (safer than dodging tumbleweeds, that's for sure). So go forth, be a responsible gun owner, and remember, with a renewed LTC, you can legally carry on – within the law, of course!
