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jordanmills wrote:

VViper wrote:Thanks for the replies.

There is a qualifier at the end of 46.03 (1): “...unless pursuant to written regulations or written authorization of the institution.”

If the church were to meet in a CHL-friendly part of the state, then could the school district authorize CHL carry during the church services?

Doesn't that "the institution" refer to the educational institution specified earlier? The church couldn't give written authorization.

He was refering to the school having to give permission. The only school I know that has ever given permission to carry in buildings is the Harrold ISD. However, ya never know unless you ask. I would let the senior pastor make the request though. And, be aware that asking something like that COULD from an anti-school district COULD lead to being ousted from the school and not being allowed to use it period.

VViper wrote:If this question has already been answered, could someone please point me to the link, but a pastor just asked me this question, and I can't find a definitive answer here on the Forum: Is it legal for a CHL holder to carry at a church service held at rented facilities in a school? Would the church need to have written authorization from the school to permit lawful carry?

Simple answer, no it is not legal. A school is always a school, even if you are leasing it for use as a church or any other function. You can carry on the grounds outside as long as a school function is not going on, but the buildings are off-limits period.