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Texas Concealed Carry Laws (2026)
Permitted: Texas has permitless carry: no permit is required, and anyone 21 and older who may lawfully possess may carry openly or concealed (courts bar age-only denial for those 18 to 20).
PermittedVerified Jul 6, 2026
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Official source: dps.texas.gov →
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