With all the changes to CHL law, what to do to renew?

[Driller]

No, that is not true. Look at the instructions on the receipt (bar code page)

Did you take a class at your last renewal?

I have always taken a renewal class. My instructor told me that since i did my renewal online their computer already knows that I have had 4 renewals and that I took a class last time. Their computer will start processing my renewal even before it gets the bar code page. I sent it anyway. Still waiting on my response from the DPS though.

 

[txinvestigator]

I have always taken a renewal class. My instructor told me that since i did my renewal online their computer already knows that I have had 4 renewals and that I took a class last time. Their computer will start processing my renewal even before it gets the bar code page. I sent it anyway. Still waiting on my response from the DPS though.

You are good without the class, but DPS wants the receipt page, unless they changed something I do not have access to see. I am interested in what DPS tell you via email.

 

[rlw454]

my 5th renew when on line paid said I should take class I emailed dps and was told no class

 

[txinvestigator]

my 5th renew when on line paid said I should take class I emailed dps and was told no class

OK. Lol

You know that's because you took the class on #4

 

[jcrntx]

The link to CHL renewal on Texas.gov had been down earlier today. Seems to be up and running again but does not appear to have been updated with the new renewal process, still asking for CHL-100 certificate of training (1st renewal).

 

[Texasjack]

The CHL renewal online renewal says it's down for maintenance. The only form I can find is the 2011 form, so the requirements listed on it are wrong. Guess I'll have to see what they do in the next few days. Government agencies are never fast.

 

[SidewaysTA]

I looked at the site today. It's up and still says you need a CHL-100.

 

[TexasRedneck]

I renewed today - both myself and Schoolmarm. Still asked for CHL-100, so I'll be on the phone tomorrow w/'em. I'm sure they'll say "ignore it" - but it IS a shame that the site wasn't updated.

 

[txinvestigator]

I renewed today - both myself and Schoolmarm. Still asked for CHL-100, so I'll be on the phone tomorrow w/'em. I'm sure they'll say "ignore it" - but it IS a shame that the site wasn't updated.

They did not put the revised test and curriculum for instructor use online until Friday afternoon. And the test is now shorter. We also have a specific course outline we must follow. Before, we were allowed to cover the core topics as we wanted. Now, it is waay more structured. The non violent dispute resolution has changed, as well as other topics. I am spending all day today revising my student workbook and Power Point.

 

[Glockster69]

I believe (and correct me if I am wrong) that there is also a provision in the new law that allows you to carry on an expired license as long as you have paperwork showing you have submitted your renewal application.

Sent from my bad a$$ Custom Epic 4G

I have reviewed the bill to be sure, and no.

To my knowledge, all occupational licenses remain effective with proof of renewal (fees paid ), I wonder why that wasn't carried over to CHLs.

 

[txinvestigator]

To my knowledge, all occupational licenses remain effective with proof of renewal (fees paid ), I wonder why that wasn't carried over to CHLs.

First, it is not a occupational license

Second, some occupational licenses do not. An armed security guard or personal protection officer cannot carry unless he possesses a valid commission card from the state (an occupational license). As an instructor for both CHL and security, I cannot teach on an expired license even if I have submitted a renewal application UNLESS the state website shows it issued again.

I believe the reason for that is that there are requirements for renewal, such as a background check and training.

 

[Glockster69]

There are renewal requirements for every license so unless I misunderstood something, obviously I'm referring to a renewal that only requires application and fee payment.

 

[txinvestigator]

There are renewal requirements for every license so unless I misunderstood something, obviously I'm referring to a renewal that only requires application and fee payment.

CHLs have to be approved first because with only proof of renewal application there could be a dis-qualifier for the person. The proof or renewal application does not = continuation of the license.

I am only on my first cup of coffee, so I hope that makes sense.

 

[DTdr2]

Great read here. For those that do not have the link for the new law changes 1-Sept. here it is. http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/RSD/CHL/Legal/newlegislation.htm


“When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own house, his possessions are safe."
Luke 11:21

 

[Glockster69]

Disqualification after application makes sense. Of course that applies to other licenses too - and I'm arguing cuz I'm caffein poor too

 

[txinvestigator]

Great read here. For those that do not have the link for the new law changes 1-Sept. here it is. TxDPS - New Legislation for Concealed Handgun Licensing


“When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own house, his possessions are safe."
Luke 11:21

They screwed up the section on SB299

 

[jcrntx]

Looks like they have it together over at DPS. I renewed on 9/1 even though the website wasn't updated and did not take a renewal class (1st renewal) and my status has been updated to mailed as of today. Not bad processing time even with the changes in my opinion!

 

[rlw454]

yes / no problems