The CHL Process

The following is just a guide line. You can do these steps in any order you wish, with the exception of the fingerprints. Fingerprints can only be scheduled after you register with the state and pay their fees.

THE CHL LICENSING PROCESS

Step 1

Make sure you are Eligible to apply.

Note: If you apply and are not eligible remember, all fees are none refundable.

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Schedule and attend our CHL class.

(Obtaining a permit to carry concealed in the State of Texas requires completion of the course, qualifying with a handgun at the range, and passing a 25 question test.)

At the successful completion of my class, I will issue to you the CHL-100 form needed for the TXDPS application.

Step 2

Go to the Texas Department of Public Safety (TXDPS) web site.

https://www.texasonline.state.tx.us/txapp/txdps/chl/

Complete the online application.

You will need the following information:

· Social Security Number
· Valid drivers license or identification card number
· Current mailing and residential addresses – FYI They want physical address, no P.O. Box
· Residential information for the last five years (new applicants only)
· Employment information for the last five years (new applicants only)
· Information regarding any psychiatric, drug, alcohol, or
criminal history(above a class C misdemeanor) (new applicants only)
· Valid email address
Valid credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express)
ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

Be sure you understand what is being asked on the application as you are verifying the information when you complete the process. You will not receive an application/information packet in the mail.
When you complete the online payment to the Texas Department of Public Safety, it will show you a receipt and notice letter. You must print out the receipt/notice/checklist that appears on the screen telling you of any additional documents/paperwork that needs be completed and returned to the Department. It will have a barcode and must be included with the additional items needed by TX DPS.

**At the end of the application you will be asked to make an appointment with IdentoGO Centers (formerly L-1 Enrollment Services) operated by MorphoTrust USA to have your fingerprints scanned electronically at one of their locations (This is the best time to do this). If you do not schedule at this time, you will have to wait at least 24 hours before you can make an appointment and will need numbers from paper work from TX DPS.

Step 3

Complete your appointment for fingerprints with IdentoGO.

Step 4

Schedule and attend our CHL class.

(Obtaining a permit to carry concealed in the State of Texas requires completion of the course, qualifying with a handgun at the range, and passing a 25 question test)

At the successful completion of my class, I will issue to you the CHL-100 form needed for the TXDPS application.

You will now be ready to mail your completed application packet to TX DPS!

Note: You may attend the CHL class before submitting your application or having your fingerprints scanned However, you must submit your application before making an appointment to have your fingerprints scanned.
 

You can come to class and get a hard copy application from me or go online and print one. But if you file a hard copy application instead of an electronic application, you will have to send it in with your other documentation and be assigned a number which they will mail back to you so you can set up your fingerprints with IdentoGO/L1 solutions.

Note: You can contact me if you need any help along the way.

If you have any questions, e-mail to:

backnblack2006@gmail.com

OR CALL

832-429-8326