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Owning Surplus Military Firearms as a Civilian in Texas
Uncategorized OCT 12, 2026

Owning Surplus Military Firearms as a Civilian in Texas

Bolt-action rifles, semi-auto surplus rifles, and pistols from military armories are widely collected. Here's what a Texas civilian can own.

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SBRs, Suppressors, and Other NFA Items in Texas
Uncategorized OCT 8, 2026

SBRs, Suppressors, and Other NFA Items in Texas

Texas allows civilian ownership of most NFA items with the required ATF paperwork and tax stamp. Here's how the process works.

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Magazine Capacity Limits for Rifles and Pistols in Texas
Uncategorized OCT 5, 2026

Magazine Capacity Limits for Rifles and Pistols in Texas

There are no state magazine capacity limits in Texas. Federal law is the only layer, and it doesn't cap capacity either for...

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Due Diligence Before Selling a Firearm Privately in Texas
Uncategorized OCT 1, 2026

Due Diligence Before Selling a Firearm Privately in Texas

Texas doesn't require paperwork, but paperwork protects you. Here's the checklist I run through on every private sale.

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Selling a Firearm to a Friend or Family Member in Texas Without an FFL
Uncategorized SEP 28, 2026

Selling a Firearm to a Friend or Family Member in Texas Without an FFL

You can, if both of you are Texas residents and neither is prohibited from possessing a firearm. Here's the safe way to...

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Do Texas Private Firearm Transfers Require a Background Check?
Uncategorized SEP 24, 2026

Do Texas Private Firearm Transfers Require a Background Check?

State law doesn't require a private-party background check. Federal law does apply if the buyer is a prohibited person, and best practice...

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Carrying a Handgun in Your Vehicle or Boat in Texas
Uncategorized SEP 21, 2026

Carrying a Handgun in Your Vehicle or Boat in Texas

Texas vehicle carry rules are among the most permissive in the country. Here's what you can and can't do.

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Carrying Firearms in Schools and on Texas College Campuses
Uncategorized SEP 17, 2026

Carrying Firearms in Schools and on Texas College Campuses

K-12 schools are firm no-go zones. Public universities have a different set of rules under campus carry law.

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Carrying at Churches, Hospitals, Amusement Parks, and Polling Places in Texas
Uncategorized SEP 14, 2026

Carrying at Churches, Hospitals, Amusement Parks, and Polling Places in Texas

Some locations require the property owner to post to prohibit carry. Others are prohibited by statute regardless.

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