Conceal and Carry License Violations

In Texas, an individual is required to have a conceal and carry permit if he or she wants to carry a handgun on his or her person. There is an application process for receiving a conceal and carry permit, and the applicant must pass some proficiency tests before being granted a license. Conceal and carry laws are taken very seriously, and when a permit holder violates the conditions of the license, he or she may be arrested or charged with a criminal offense. If you have been charged for a conceal and carry license violation, Austin criminal attorney Ian Inglis is committed to protecting your rights under the law.

Restrictions and Violation Penalties

There are several restrictions that handgun license holders must follow to stay within the law. If you violate any of these limitations, you may find yourself facing criminal charges. Texas restrictions include:

• A license holder may not carry a handgun while intoxicated. Penalty for violation: Class A misdemeanor
• A license holder must keep the handgun concealed, unless it is used in a situation in which lethal force is justified. Penalty for violation: Class A misdemeanor
• A license holder must show identification and his or her handgun permit if asked by a police officer. Penalty for violation: Class B misdemeanor
• A license holder may not carry a handgun on the premises of a bar, correctional facility, school, voting location, court, court offices, secured area of an airport, or racetrack. Penalty for violation: Third degree felony.

Violating any of these restrictions can have serious repercussions for the license holder. If you are convicted of a license violation, you may be penalized with jail or prison time, heavy fines, and a suspension of your license. It is therefore important to know and understand Texas handgun laws if you wish to carry a concealed handgun.

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To learn more about Texas handgun laws and what to do if you are charged with a conceal and carry violation, contact Austin criminal lawyer Ian Inglis today at 512-472-1950.