TX LTC vs. Constitutional Carry

TX LTC vs. Constitutional Carry. These are two distinct ways of carrying handguns in the State of Texas.

The LTC is a permit issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) that allows a person to carry a handgun openly or concealed in Texas. Constitutional Carry (aka Permitless Carry) is a law that allows Texans who are legally allowed to possess a firearm to carry a handgun openly or concealed without a license.

There are several key differences between the LTC and Constitutional Carry. The LTC requires a training course, while Constitutional Carry does not. The LTC also requires a background check, while Constitutional Carry does not. Additionally, the LTC allows a person to carry a handgun in certain places that are prohibited under Constitutional Carry, such as schools and government buildings.

Ultimately, the decision of whether to obtain an LTC or to carry under Constitutional Carry is a personal one. There are both pros and cons to each option.

Here is a table that summarizes the key differences between the LTC and Constitutional Carry:

FeatureLTCConstitutional Carry
Training requirementYesNo
Background check requirementYesNo
Places where it is allowed to carryMore placesFewer places
Cost$100 for a new license and $40 for a renewalNone

Here are some of the pros and cons of each option:

LTC

Pros

  • Allows you to carry in more places.
  • May give you peace of mind knowing that you have completed a training course.
  • May make it easier to travel to other states with reciprocity agreements.

Cons

  • Requires a training course and background check.
  • Costs money.
  • May not be necessary if you are only interested in carrying in certain places.

Constitutional Carry

Pros

  • Does not require a training course or background check.
  • Is free.
  • May make it easier to carry in everyday situations.

Cons

  • May limit the places where you can carry.
  • May not give you the same peace of mind as having an LTC.
  • May be more difficult to travel to other states with reciprocity agreements.

The decision of whether to obtain an LTC or to carry under Constitutional Carry is a personal one. There are both pros and cons to each option. It is important to weigh the factors that are important to you and to make the decision that is best for you, however, the LTC is the better option as it grants you more opportunities to carry in more places and you also receive the proper training for owning and carrying a firearm.

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