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Last Update: 08/20/2010 03:20 PM

THINKING ABOUT GETTING YOUR

 CONCEALED HANDGUN LICENSE (CHL)?

We once again have Instructors to teach the classes for Concealed Handgun License (CHL) qualification and concealed handgun license renewal. Check this page frequently and the Club Schedule section on this web site for new class dates and times.

Classes are held typically on Saturday's about once a month. Other days will be scheduled as the need arises and as requested.  But you must schedule and pay your fees in advance by contacting the individuals involved as indicated below before showing up at the class session.  All class fees to participate in these classes must be paid in advance and are non-refundable.

CHL CLASSES ARE SCHEDULED ON

AUGUST 21, 2010 (NEW APPLICANTS & RENEWAL CLASS)

SEPTEMBER 25, 2010

OCTOBER 16, 2010

ALL CLASSES ABOVE ARE SCHEDULED TO BE HELD AT

THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL AT 1508 CROSBY-DAYTON ROAD IN CROSBY, TEXAS 77532-5911.

CONTACT INFORMATION TO SIGN UP IS BELOW.

CHL CLASSES REQUIREMENTS

• You must be 21 years of age and a resident of Texas.
• You may NEVER have been convicted of a felony, and you may NOT have been convicted of a Class A or B misdemeanor within the last 5 years.
  You may NOT have been found by a court of law to be in default on any state or city taxes.
• You may NOT have been found by a court of law to be in default on child support.
• You may NOT be currently under a court protective order or subject to a restraining order affecting the spousal relationship, other than a restraining order solely affecting property interest.
• You cannot have been convicted twice within the last 10 years for any Class B misdemeanor, or greater, involving the use of alcohol or a controlled substance.

CHL CLASSES HIGHLIGHTS

• Monthly CHL classes are offered through the BASC Club.
• Passport Photo & Notary service on paperwork is included.
• Fingerprints are not provided and students will need to get that done elsewhere. The instructor will provide details on how to do this.
• Handgun proficiency test is administered
• Classes only last 1 day and they are FUN ! !
• New CHL License Rates:  $100.00 for BASC Club Members or their immediate family (Spouse, Children, Siblings, or Parents)  or $120.00 for Non-Members
• Renewal License Rates:  $80.00 for BASC Club Members or their immediate family (Spouse, Children, Siblings, or Parents)    or $100.00 for Non-Members
• Some classes may be held at a Restaurant and a meal would be required to be purchased on these occasions by the students.  Other classes are scheduled at a meeting facility and students need to bring their lunch or leave to purchase lunch at a nearby restaurant.
• Our classes include everything needed except Fingerprinting.  Baytown Police Department offers this service for $3 every Friday between 1PM and 4PM.  No appointment necessary.  Other options are listed below.
• Contact by e-mail chl@basctx.com for any questions not covered here or go to the class registration form by clicking on this link to make your reservations.

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Why Carry A Gun???

Because it is your Legal Right!

Because it is your Responsibility!

For self defense.

To protect yourself & your family.

Because yelling “help” usually doesn’t “help”.

Because you can’t throw a rock at over 1200 feet per second.

Do you see a police officer close enough to save your life in the next 5 seconds?

Because if more people carried, there would be less crime.

To reserve a space in our classes - click on this register button    , complete the on-line form, and hit the Submit Button on the bottom right hand side of page.

If there is any questions not addressed below, please send a e-mail to chl@basctx.com 

Commonly Asked Questions

Class Reservations and Payment:

• How do I make reservations for a class? - Decide which class meets your schedule and complete and send the registration form.  The link to that form is on this page.  Someone will contact you to confirm current space in the date selected.

• Is my space reserved after that contact? - No, reservations will only be confirmed after payment is received at the PO Box indicated above.

• Where is the Knight's of Columbus Hall located? - Currently classes are being scheduled at the Knight's of Columbus Hall located at 1508 Crosby-Dayton Road in Crosby, Texas.  Click here for more information.

What to Bring to Classes:

• What do I need to bring to class? - Everyone must bring a handgun that is in good working order in a minimum caliber of .32 caliber.  All handguns are to remain secured in the students car until the shooting portion at the range where students will testing on the shooting skills at 3 feet, 9 feet and 15 feet.  Handguns are not available to borrow for this class.  Also each person needs to bring at least 50 rounds of ammo and we strongly recommend everyone bring 100 rounds in the event any part of the shooting proficiency must be repeated.  Everyone must have hearing and eye protection.

• What should I wear? - The classroom will be a air conditioned room and a light jacket or sweater may be needed.  Clothing should also be selected to protect exposed areas of your body from hot flying brass.

What is included in Classes:

• What does class include? - We provide an instructor for the class and the required instructional materials.  Instructor will provide photos and notary services.  Shooting Proficiency will be done at the BASC Range.  After leaving class everything will be ready to send after you are fingerprinted at one of various places that provide this service.

• When do I take the shooting proficiency test? - Immediately after the classroom session, the shooting section will be done at the BASC Range.  Each person needs to have the necessary experience shooting the gun before they attend this class.

• What is not included? - Everything provided except fingerprinting services and the money the State of Texas requires to register your license.

• Where can I have my fingerprints done? - The following are some of the sources in the area that do fingerprinting:
                      Baytown Police Department - $3 cost - Every Friday between 1PM and 4PM. No appointment necessary. Address 3200 N. Main Street - Baytown 77521
                      LaPorte Police Department - $6 cost -  Every Tuesday to Thursday from 8 AM to 2 PM - This service is only available to LaPorte Residents and Individuals
                          working at LaPorte Businesses. Call in advance to confirm Police Officer availability.  Address 3001 N. 23rd  Street - LaPorte 77571
                      S&S Investigations - $12 cost -  Monday to Friday 9 AM to 5 PM - Call first.  Address 820 W. Main Street - LaPorte 77571

Safety Considerations:

• Are handguns permitted in the classroom? - No, handguns can not be brought into the classroom.  Guns are to remain secured in the student's vehicle until the shooting part of the class is conducted. Handguns will be handled only while students and instructor are at the range.  Instructor will utilize plastic gun replicas for any demonstration at the class.

• What is the minimum age to be licensed? - Participants must be at least 21 years old to have a CHL License and participate in these classes.

• What is the state's CHL Requirements - You must be 21 years of age - You may NEVER have been convicted of a felony,  and you may NOT have been convicted of a Class A or B misdemeanor within the last 5 years. - You may not have been found by a court to be in default on any state or city taxes.- You may not have been found by a court to be in default on child support. - You may not be currently under a court protective order or subject to a restraining order affecting the spousal relationship, other than a restraining order solely affecting property interest. - You cannot have been convicted twice within the last 10 years for any Class B misdemeanor, or greater, involving the use of alcohol or a controlled substance.

Handguns:

• Which type of handgun should I use to take to my CHL class? - Is is recommended that individuals take their CHL License shooting proficiency test with a semi-automatic handgun instead of a revolver.  If you take this test with a revolver your license will indicate a restriction for you to carry a revolver only.  If you take a semi-automatic weapon for this test, you are permitted to carry either a semi-automatic or a revolver.

• Are handguns available at the class for students use? - No, students must bring their own handgun or make other arrangements for the shooting proficiency portion of class.

What is needed after the class:

• What do I need to do after the completing the class?  - Your will need to have fingerprints done either before the class or after the class.  After fingerprints are done the paperwork provided at the class license will expire in 5 years after your initial issue date on your next birthday.

• What is the states cost for CHL Licenses and CHL License Renewals?  Licenses are $140 (over 60 years old = $70) and Renewals are $70 (over 60 years = $35).

• How long does it take to get your license back from the state? It depends on the volume at that particular time - supposed to be 4 to 6 weeks.

License Renewal:

• When will my license expire?  - Your license will expire in 5 years after your initial issue date on your next birthday.

• How soon can I renew my CHL License prior to its expiration?  The state will send a note about 6 months before the license is due to expire.  You can attend a renewal class and send your paperwork in at anytime during this 6 month alert period.

• Does the state require new fingerprints and photos on renewal?  - Yes, our physical appearance changes a lot in 5 years and fingerprints could also change as well. Revision posted 04/15/10-As of May 10, 2010 applicants renewing their Concealed Handgun License will no longer be required to submit fingerprints or photos, as part of the renewal process.

Misc Licensing Questions:

• If I already took class but did not send in my paperwork, how long after the class can these documents be submitted? - The certificate that the instructor supplies upon successful completion of class is valid for one year after the class date.  If documents are not submitted to the state within that 1 year period, the class must be repeated.

After you Have Your License:

• If I get stopped by the police for any reason and have my CHL weapon with me, how should I handle this situation?  - The Texas Department of Public Safety advises, when stopped by law enforcement show your driver’s license and the CHL.  The law say’s, carry your license when you carry your gun.  Law enforcement ASSUMES that if you have a CHL then you must be carrying, which is not always the case.  When the officer “runs” your license, then he/she will find, via computer, that you are a CHL holder, they come back to the car with additional questions and wonder why you didn’t tell them you had a gun.  In some cases, law enforcement believes that you MUST ALWAYS tell them you are carrying or it’s a violation.  But this is not true.  This last legislative session the congress eliminated the punishment for not notifying an officer that you are carrying.  But the requirement still remains to notify.  When I’ve shown both licenses, often times the officer will not even “run” the driver’s license if everything else is in place, ex: insurance, address, etc.  Tricky situation but I would never not comply with the officers instructions.  And I would always show the CHL when asked for identification.