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by mojo84
Wed Jan 06, 2016 10:08 am
Forum: General Texas CHL Discussion
Topic: Am I going to get denied for a medical condition?
Replies: 28
Views: 7121

Re: Am I going to get denied for a medical condition?

specopshopper wrote:I am a resident of Texas. I am also a cancer patient for 8 years now. I am NOT medically unstable nor am I dependent on any unrelated chemicals. I have been robbed at gunpoint 3x in my life. I would like to apply for my CHL and would like to know if I could be medically denied due to my cancer status? My medication list is long and distinguished but I have absolutely No problems with being chemically unbalanced in any way. I have had a CHL in the last four states I lived in. I am NOT your typical cancer patient, I am somewhat superhuman lol. I am very fit and active and have no other issues whatsoever, nor do I have any issues with my mind. I would like to hear anything anyone should suggest whether to proceed with my application or if it is just a waste of time. Thank you

Based on what you posted, I can't imagine you would be denied unless there is something else you did not mention.

I wish you the best with your cancer treatment.
by mojo84
Wed Dec 30, 2015 8:04 pm
Forum: General Texas CHL Discussion
Topic: Am I going to get denied for a medical condition?
Replies: 28
Views: 7121

Re: Am I going to get denied for a medical condition?

thetexan wrote:GC §411.172. ELIGIBILITY. (a) A person is eligible for a license to carry a
concealed handgun if the person:
...
(6) is not a chemically dependent person;
(7) is not incapable of exercising sound judgment with respect to the proper use and storage of a handgun;
...
(d) For purposes of Subsection (a)(7), a person is incapable of exercising sound judgment with respect to the proper use and storage of a handgun if the person:
(1) has been diagnosed by a licensed physician as suffering from a psychiatric disorder or condition that causes or is likely to cause substantial impairment in judgment, mood, perception, impulse control, or intellectual ability;
(2) suffers from a psychiatric disorder or condition described by Subdivision
(1) that:
(A) is in remission but is reasonably likely to redevelop at a future time; or
(B) requires continuous medical treatment to avoid redevelopment;
(3) has been diagnosed by a licensed physician, determined by a review board or similar authority, or declared by a court to be incompetent to manage the person’s own affairs; or
(4) has entered in a criminal proceeding a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity.

(e) The following constitutes evidence that a person has a psychiatric disorder or condition described by Subsection (d)(1):
(1) involuntary psychiatric hospitalization;
(2) psychiatric hospitalization;
(3) inpatient or residential substance abuse treatment in the preceding five year period;
(4) diagnosis in the preceding five-year period by a licensed physician that the person is dependent on alcohol, a controlled substance, or a similar
substance;
or
(5) diagnosis at any time by a licensed physician that the person suffers or has suffered from a psychiatric disorder or condition consisting of or relating to:
(A) schizophrenia or delusional disorder;
(B) bipolar disorder;
(C) chronic dementia, whether caused by illness, brain defect, or brain injury;
(D) dissociative identity disorder;
(E) intermittent explosive disorder; or
(F) antisocial personality disorder.

(f) Notwithstanding Subsection (d), a person who has previously been diagnosed as suffering from a psychiatric disorder or condition described by Subsection (d) or listed in Subsection (e) is not because of that disorder or condition incapable of exercising sound judgment with respect to the proper use and storage of a handgun if the person provides the department with a certificate from a licensed physician whose primary practice is in the field of psychiatry stating that the psychiatric disorder or condition is in remission and is not reasonably likely to develop at a future time.

tex

Seems like the bold portions may come into play in the OP's case.
by mojo84
Wed Dec 30, 2015 3:53 pm
Forum: General Texas CHL Discussion
Topic: Am I going to get denied for a medical condition?
Replies: 28
Views: 7121

Re: Am I going to get denied for a medical condition?

remington79 wrote:I wouldn't bother putting it on your application. It's medication not an addiction. Otherwise are people who take insulin suppose to put that on there. They are not your doctor so its none of their business. It's never good to invite extra scrutiny from the government than necessary. Then your inviting a denial and/or extra red tape and fees and doctor visits. In my case I have a medical condition that I don't list on my driver's license. When I turned 16 it took at least an extra 6 to 8 months to get my driver's license. All because I (actually my parents) informed the state of this. I learned my lesson and when I moved to different states I don't mention it. This has saved a lot of time, red tape, and cost. I've done this three different times now. When anyting has happened the doctor said not to drive for X amount of time and I follow his orders. Moral of the story is don't tell. You'll end up wasting time and money. Never tell the government anything that will invite extra attention.

added text: Any medical information could be used against you in the future. New York state is using medical information to revoke pistol licenses and to seize firearms. Good luck getting anything back after that happens if you can afford to do it.

It sounds like you have had epileptic seizures. I hope you never have an event while driving and injure or kill someone. If you do and they discover your undisclosed medical history, you could be held liable civilly and criminally. You are treading on thin ice and you definitely should not be encouraging others to do likewise.
by mojo84
Wed Dec 30, 2015 3:46 pm
Forum: General Texas CHL Discussion
Topic: Am I going to get denied for a medical condition?
Replies: 28
Views: 7121

Re: Am I going to get denied for a medical condition?

I believe the answer can only come from the DPS and not disclosing it is a mistake. He is having to take a medication that is taken to treat an addiction to prescription opioids. If he is still being treated then the argument could be made he is addicted and dependent on a drug that can impair his judgement.

Hopefully, you can get an answer from DPS and will share the outcome with us

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