Bill of Rights
Amendment I
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.

Amendment II

A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.

Amendment III

No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.

Amendment IV

The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.

Amendment V

No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.

Amendment VI

In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense.

Amendment VII

In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise reexamined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.

Amendment VIII

Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.

Amendment IX

The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.

Amendment X

The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people.


Welcome to TEXASCCL.COM, a resource for Concealed Carry License holders. If you have a CCL then you have exercised your natural born rights as a human being to protect yourself and have made the necessary educational and monetary commitments as well as passed the background check to legally carry in your state and to make use of your 2nd amendment right to keep and bear arms. Today, more than any other time in history of our country, the need for constant self protection is paramount to survival.

This site is dedicated to providing information and resources to help further your knowledge and expertise with regards to carrying a concealed handgun for self protection.

Remember, just carrying a concealed handgun is not enough. You must learn not only the legal ramifications but become proficient in the use of your weapon.

"Owning a hammer doesn't make someone a carpenter."

BREAKING NEWS - Castle Doctrine has PASSED!
and will become LAW in September 2007!

Read the Bill HERE

BREAKING NEWS - HB 993 - CHL Confidentiality Bill PASSED!

Read the Bill HERE

CONCEALED CARRY MAGAZINE "A MUST Have Resource"
Join the USCCA (United States Concealed Carry Association).
Not only does this organization produce a FIRST CLASS magazine dedicated to Concealed Carry License holders, and provides valuable information to members targeted at those that have accepted the responsibilities of protecting themselves and family members by legally carrying a concealed handgun and becoming proficient in it's use, but there are many other important benefits of the Association. For Complete information--->


The US Concealed Carry Association is a private, members-only, resource for those serious about exercising their natural-born, God-given right to protect themselves and their loved ones.

Within the private, members-only area, you'll find a comprehensive source of in-depth information, including hundreds of articles, gun reviews, gear reviews, profiles and interviews. All of these are 100% focused on concealed carry and self-defense.

Here are just a few of the benefits you'll have
instant access to:

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

  • Instant access to hundreds of exclusive articles, reviews and interviews.
  • Download the current issue of Concealed Carry Magazine.
  • Instant access to ALL back issues of Concealed Carry Magazine.
  • Members-Only Discussion Forum.
  • State-by-state reciprocity information.
  • Audio and video interviews.
  • Members can post and share photos.
  • Audio and video product reviews.
  • Exclusive website content updated weekly.
  • Searchable database of all past articles from Concealed Carry Magazine.
  • Subscription to Concealed Carry Magazine (Delivered in a plain, brown envelope for privacy).
  • Tip of the Week.
  • But that's not all...

US Concealed Carry - A.C.F.
Armed Citizen Foundation

Your membership in US Concealed Carry will also help in our fight to maintain and expand our natural-born rights to self-defense.

We do this critical work through our Nonprofit Organization, US Concealed Carry - Armed Citizen Foundation.

Here is what we're working on!

  • Create and promote a series of emotionally compelling, "FLASH" videos that provocatively demonstrate the value and benefits of the responsibly armed citizen. These videos will be distributed on the Internet and on cable television networks.
    Sponsor & promote "Bring A Friend to the Range" shooting and self-defense awareness clinics.
  • Create, distribute & promote FREE guides such as "The Armed Citizen Solution - 12 Critical Steps to Self-defense You'll Never Learn From the Mainstream Media".
  • Buy "education and awareness" advertising in national "general circulation" publications. (USA Today, Wall Street Journal, etc.)

FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION: CLICK HERE

 

ATTENTION CHL Holders
"Perfection is PROTECTION"
We carry a complete line of Video/DVDs that teach shooting techniques with a strong emphasis on Concealed Carry. If you are serious about protecting yourself and your loved ones with a concealed handgun, you should take a look at the Video/DVDs that we offer.

CLICK HERE
for the Ultimate in Concealed Carry Videos

The Texas Concealed Handgun Association (TCHA) is the professional association of concealed handgun instructors, concealed carry permit holders, law enforcement, and concerned citizens throughout the United States.TCHA is a Texas not-for-profit Association and needs the support of all Texas CHL holders!

CLICK HERE for more information

In Car Gun Safes

How many times do you have to leave your handgun in your car because you are visiting a non-carry area? Here is the perfect solution to securing your handgun when you must leave it in your car. Built of 21 gauge steel with a heavy duty braided steel attachment cable and quarter turn lock. Each unit is also pre-drilled for optional permanent mounting.

Available in two sizes to fit almost any handgun.
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GUN VAULT for your Home or Car
 GunVault Gun Safes give you the security of 16-gauge steel plus the fast access of their unique No-Eyes control panel. You can open a GunVault gun safe in seconds - with one hand. It's easy to program with your private security code. A built-in computer blocks access

after five wrong code entries. Battery power provides maximum security and easy portability. A GunVault gun safe mounts almost anywhere - in any direction. It's strong on the outside soft on the inside.

CLICK HERE


If you are a Texas CCL holder and carry your handgun you may have to use it to defend yourself, a family member or an innocent third party person. The legal repercussions can cripple your pocketbook! Membership in the

CHLPP will afford you legal assistance in the event that you are involved in a self-defense shooting, FREE of CHARGE!

Memberships are available on an annual or four year basis.

CLICK HERE for more information.

TRAVEL WARNING!

Before you travel outside of the State of Texas with your concealed handgun, you should investigate whether or not the state you are visiting and traveling through recognizes your right of self protection and honors your Texas CCL. You can check HERE to find the latest information on states that reciprocate with Texas.

Please Note: The following states: New York, Rhode Island, Washington, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, California, Connecticut, Iowa, Nevada, and Hawaii DO NOT recognize Texas Concealed Carry Licenses, ALTHOUGH Texas DOES recognize CCL holders from those states. Great resource to use when planning your vacation or states to visit or do business in!

My Favorite Carry System

Everyone has a favorite handgun as well as a favorite holster or other concealed method of carry. The choice of brand, caliber and concealment holster is as diversified as the various types of automobiles people drive. Many choices are based upon affordability as well as availability.

I have carried many different models of handguns both revolvers and automatics and caliber's from 38+p to 45 acp. When the reality that my life would probably depend greatly upon the choice of handgun, caliber and concealment hardware I use, I made a major change in my equipment. I chose the 45 ACP as my protection round because of stopping power and the availability and versatility of ammunition.

After many trials, tests and visits to the gun shows and websites, I found what I consider to be the ultimate carry handgun as well as a comfortable and easily accessible concealment holster. Now that I have completed many hours of practice with both shooting and drawing from concealment, I feel that I now posses the ultimate combination for concealed carry and self defense.

My choice is as follows:

I chose the Para Ordnance "Carry 12", 3.5" SS in 45 acp. This is a double action 1911 clone that comes from the factory as ready for carry action as you could desire. The gun is only 34 ounces with a stainless steel frame and slide and carries one round in the chamber and 12 rounds in the double stacked clip. This concealed version is quite the powerhouse and is factory equipped with night sights. The only modification I made was to add finger groove wrap around rubber grips from Pearce Grip. In fact, my wife and Mother-in-law both carry Para Carry 12s!

With the LDA double action trigger, this is the finest handgun I have ever owned. I invite anyone to try the trigger of a Para LDA (Light Double Action). My mother-in-law's CHL instructor (a dyed-in-the-wool Colt-lover with 30 years of extensive firearms experience) test-fired her Model CTX1245N right out of the box, and said, "Man, I gotta have one of these!"

I chose a Galco Royal Guard I.W.B. holster for my daily carry and it is so comfortable, I hardly know it's there (Quite the statement for a big bore handgun). I also purchased a Galco Ultra Deep Cover Tuckable for those situations where I wear a tucked in shirt and no jacket or vest.

Just in case the 13 rounds are not enough, I also carry a Galco double

magazine pouch with two 12 round loaded mags.

 

I use Federal Hydra-Shok Jacketed Hollow Point 165 grain Personal Defense ammunition. Sure, I spent some money, but when it comes to my life or the life of my family members, I want to be sure that I can stop an aggressor.

REMEMBER: You get what you pay for!
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