LESSON 2: Qualifications for renewal

To be eligible to renew a license to carry in Texas, you must meet certain requirements. These requirements are as follows: 

• You must be at least 21 years of age.
• You must not be a fugitive from justice.
• You must not have been convicted of a felony or any other crime that would prevent you from possessing a firearm in the state of Texas. 
• You must be able to demonstrate proficiency with a handgun. 
• You must not have a chemical or alcohol dependency. 
• You must not be currently charged with the commission of a Class A or Class B misdemeanor or any other offense punishable by confinement in jail. 
• You must not be legally adjudicated as mentally incompetent. 
• You must not be the subject of a restraining order. 
• You must not be delinquent in child support payments.
• You must not be prohibited by federal law from possessing a firearm. 
• You must complete the renewal application, which includes a background check. 

It is important to note that if you fail to meet any of these qualifications, your renewal will not be approved and you may lose your right to carry a firearm in Texas. Therefore, it is important to make sure that you are eligible before applying for a renewal.