By Brooke Price In 2021, it became legal to carry a handgun in a public place without an LTC (license to carry), as long as you meet certain qualifications. In order to lawfully possess and carry a firearm in Texas, according to Penal Code § 46.02 and 46.04, you must[1]: Be at least 21... Read More »
Month: July 2023
By Brooke Price In 2019, a study published in the National Bureau of Economic Research[1] discussed the impact of heat and pollution on crime, reporting that overall crime rose by 2.2% and violent crime by 5.7%. In the summer, there are higher rates of arrests for aggravated assault, sexual assault, burglary, domestic violence, and crimes involving weapons.[2] So, why... Read More »
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By Brooke Price Did you know? In Texas, you can be charged with a Class C misdemeanor for having an opened alcoholic beverage in your vehicle, even if you aren’t drinking or the car is parked. According to Texas Penal Code Sec. 49.031, an open container is defined as a “bottle, can, or other receptacle that contains... Read More »
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