Texas Firearm Disqualifications

Firearm disqualifications in Texas

Someone in Texas is disqualified from owning a firearm if they are:

anyone convicted of a felony
anyone who is a member of a criminal street gang
anyone who has been convicted of assault against a family or household member
a sworn, full-time paid employee of a state agency or political subdivision subject to a protective order when order is active

Those convicted of a felony in Texas:

The prohibition on felons possessing handguns ends five years after their release from prison or supervision, whichever is later

Zero application fee for license to carry for active duty military and $25 fee for veterans.