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The fact that the state is charging $140 for ordinary, non-veteran citizens is the very reason I wanted a low fee. Otherwise, one could pay upwards of $290 vs. $180or90. I'm not trying to rationalize my way of thinking, and I do appreciate all the comments, though I am still working it out in my mind.

Thank you, that is exactly my point. They are having to wait until after tax refund. I want law abiding people, such as ourselves, to pile into a car and make the trip to take a class they would otherwise have to wait for to get extra money.

You make a great point, but for only that I am hard-headed, I'd like to believe that "our type" of people are good natured and don't have mal-intentions. Nonetheless, if they are law abiding citizens and they pay my fee, are they taking advantage of me?

I do appreciate your concern though. BTW, my sons high school drama class is in great need........ LOL! sorry, couldn't pass it up.

Dear Abby,

I should've posted this under my other topic, but I want fresh input and guidance. So please bear with me.

I have been through two CHL classes, one in Ohio and one in TX. Both were $100+. It seems that wherever I check, the fees are always $100-$150. Is this an unwritten rule somewhere that I don't know about?

I plan on becoming a CHL instructor (all paperwork and payment made). Problem is, I don't want to charge people that much. My goal is NOT to make money. I don't want to lose money, but more importantly, I want to get as many people as possible licensed to carry. I think this is very important and sends a very powerful message. I was considering charging people $40-$50 while holding large classes monthly.

Is this possible? if so, Why don't more instructors do this? (never-mind, it's for the money). If it is not possible, then why?

For the folks out there who are considering getting a CHL or a renewal, would a lower fee influence you or someone you know to get the CHL?

Struggling to understand in south TX.