So, your CHL Application has been filed and the clock has slowed to a crawl - tell us about it!
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September 2018 wait time
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DJTexas »
Wed Sep 26, 2018 7:48 pm
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Hello Everyone,
Since I found a lot of information on this forum, I felt it only right I give something back.
5 Business days from Email...
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Welcome to the forum!! :tiphat:
Congrats! Looks like you will be getting plastic in hand pretty quick. DPS seems to really be speeding up the...
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Last post by Jusme
Thu Sep 27, 2018 6:27 am
Mail timing question.
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Johnny24 »
Thu Jun 28, 2018 2:01 pm
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Hello,
Once your at “mailed” status, does the license get mailed standard mail or some sort of express mailing? I’m asking becauss some folks on...
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Mine was same day, hand delivered.
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Last post by JakeTheSnake
Tue Sep 25, 2018 9:56 pm
Mailed...
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Brooder »
Mon Sep 17, 2018 4:21 pm
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It says my license was mailed on the 12th, but I have not received it yet. Does it usually take this long? Thanks.
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Ok.
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Last post by Brooder
Mon Sep 17, 2018 10:49 pm
Waiting Queston
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brittykitty02 »
Sat Sep 15, 2018 11:05 am
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I submitted my application 9/8 and paid my fee. I uploaded my certification 9/14. I am still seeing this when I try and check a status- See Brittni...
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BrittyKitty02,
Yours is correct per your picture you posted earlier, your fathers is correct as well and should change the first of next week when...
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Last post by Perazzi100
Sat Sep 15, 2018 6:17 pm
Timeline
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Brooder »
Sat Sep 08, 2018 1:28 pm
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8/28- DPS received my paperwork
9/1 - DPS received my fingerprints
9/8 - Background check complete
9/8 - LTC print pending.
9/12 - License mailed
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Yeah, I thought it'd take much longer than that! Now... just waiting on the mail lol
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Last post by Brooder
Wed Sep 12, 2018 6:16 pm
Online LTC course timeline
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TexasCarry361 »
Thu Aug 16, 2018 9:22 am
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I recently took the online course option to complete the education portion for the application. I paired this with a local in person range...
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I’m glad you posted. I’m somewhat similar. There was a few weeks delay between application/fingerprinting and school/range qualifying. Just found out...
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Last post by Janazzz
Thu Sep 06, 2018 12:18 pm
LTC Renewal
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txrancher »
Fri May 18, 2018 9:08 am
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Submitted on 05/01
Background Check completed 05/16
Mailed 05/18
Pretty quick turn around on renewing. Fourteen business days from submission to...
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You can apply up to six months in advance. They should send you a notice. I think I got mine in July, and mine expires in January. It only took 11...
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Last post by Jusme
Wed Sep 05, 2018 2:59 pm
how long for dps to accept or request new prints?
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flechero »
Wed Aug 15, 2018 7:10 am
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I'm on renewal again and have done the online part- the site confirmation and subsequent email said they would try to use the pic and prints from...
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Just wanted to update, everyone, I got my renewed LTC, on Friday 8/17. Only 11 (total) days from application to plastic in hand. Since it has no...
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Last post by Jusme
Mon Aug 20, 2018 2:43 pm
Need help with MAB
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Kevwil1965 »
Tue Aug 07, 2018 7:39 pm
My application has gone to MAB, I had some psych problems about 20 years ago, and i have been seeing a VA psychiatrist for the past 5 years. My...
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Last post by Kevwil1965
Tue Aug 07, 2018 7:39 pm
Print Pending meaning...
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dadof31975 »
Sun Aug 05, 2018 9:47 pm
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I have gone through and read the other posts dealing with the “Print Pending” status. However, my question (see the attached image) is...if my...
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A few people have had their status change to mailed after they actually received the license in the mail. That's kind of how mine ended up being, my...
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Last post by Odinvalknir
Mon Aug 06, 2018 8:35 am
My time line
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Smcmanus1972 »
Sat Jul 21, 2018 8:03 am
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I'm assuming that everything has passed. If it does not pass will there be a red check instead of green?
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Did you get it in the mail yet?
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Last post by ak145149
Tue Jul 31, 2018 10:05 am
Time Frame for Deferred Adjudication Applicant
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orangetx »
Fri Jun 29, 2018 8:42 am
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I notice that it is BEYOND hard to find a good solid answer for those trying to get a CHL with background issues. YES, we have done our time and...
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7/24 print pending.
Took some time but that’s what I expected coming from out of state with an old arrest on the file.
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Last post by crdande
Tue Jul 24, 2018 5:30 pm
My Timeline so far ***updated***
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ak145149 »
Thu Jul 19, 2018 12:29 pm
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CHL/LTC Application Submitted online - 7/10/18(Tuesday)
CHL/LTC Application Submitted online - 7/10/18(Tuesday)
LTC Class and Fingerprints -...
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Thanks man...It finally updated this morning as well. See above...now patiently waiting lol
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Last post by ak145149
Fri Jul 20, 2018 8:03 am
Family of LTC Holders
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WWJD2874 »
Wed Jul 18, 2018 12:51 pm
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My husband, son and I took our LTC course on 6-24. As of today 7-18, it states that my husband and my license is in the 'print' stage. My son's...
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Welcome to the forum, and thank you for your service!
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Last post by Lynyrd
Wed Jul 18, 2018 7:18 pm
My Wait Begins...
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cs1021 »
Mon Jul 09, 2018 4:13 pm
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Hi y'all. First off, new to the board, second, after putting it off for several years I finally got off my butt and applied for my LTC.
So, for...
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Print Pending as of today! Shouldn't be long now.
This may not be the place for it but I'll try and ask here before I start a new thread somewhere...
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Last post by cs1021
Tue Jul 17, 2018 9:06 am
Full timeline for new applicant
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CJWTX »
Tue Jul 17, 2018 12:01 am
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6/26 - took class, filed application and LTC-100
7/02 - fingerprinting completed
7/03 - checklist appears on website, everything but background check...
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Congrats. My advice. . . Try to hang on to both. The clean record and mid 20’s. rlol
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Last post by Tex1961
Tue Jul 17, 2018 6:32 am
New GUY! How long for app status update?
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Johnny24 »
Tue Jun 26, 2018 5:40 pm
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Hey Guys,
Brand new to the forum but happy to be apart of the Texas CHL family. Heres my deal:
31 years old from South texas RGV. Just graduated...
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I don’t know, but they keep losing my stuff. Maybe I should have sent it in. I trust the mail more than the internet.
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Last post by dogman197
Sat Jul 14, 2018 8:30 am
renewal, kinda quick
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pcernuch »
Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:04 am
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filled out and paid on 6/12, has read mailed since last Thursday.
god bless.
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10hrs later, plastic in hand!
god bless.
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Last post by pcernuch
Tue Jul 10, 2018 5:06 pm
New to the Forum
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BSHII »
Fri May 18, 2018 1:12 pm
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I'm new to the forum, and the waiting room:
9/8/2017 - Application, affidavits, background check
9/23/2017 - Fingerprinting
4/7/2018 - Class...
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Congrats!
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Last post by Allons
Mon Jul 02, 2018 9:41 pm
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Last post by Johnny24
Mon Jul 02, 2018 2:08 pm
Proficiency Test
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Box-T »
Fri Jun 29, 2018 10:45 am
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My application status shows proficiency test INCOMPLETE, but my classroom test status is COMPLETE. Both of these were submitted on the same...
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The RSD sent me an email this morning stating that on my certificate, the shooting range information (address) was not filled out and that is why...
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Last post by Box-T
Mon Jul 02, 2018 10:19 am
New to the forum and my current timeline
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Serwin303 »
Sat Jun 30, 2018 7:06 am
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I have been reading everyone's experiences and timeline so I felt I would share mine. This forum has been very informative and I appreciate it....
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Welcome to the forum and congratulations
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Last post by RPBrown
Sun Jul 01, 2018 5:18 pm
Walmart Here I Come
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by
Bones3 »
Mon Jun 05, 2006 5:13 pm
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The coveted plastic arrived in the mail today.
Application Received per USPS Return Receipt - April 5th
PIN Received - May 10th (Letter dated May...
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I hate creating a new thread when I know there are hundreds of threads already about Walmart. There are 585 pages of Walmart references. I didn't...
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Last post by philip964
Sun Jun 24, 2018 10:28 am
Status Update Interval
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by
GhostLude »
Wed Jun 06, 2018 10:44 pm
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Wondering if anyone knows when the website is updated for LTC status checks. Been 3 weeks nothing is showing yet. I appologize in advance if this has...
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It poped up finally. Thanks for the replies, hopefully it won’t be too long. Been a week since it poped up.
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Last post by GhostLude
Wed Jun 13, 2018 10:10 am
New LTC time
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by
ClockPerfection »
Tue Jun 12, 2018 5:43 pm
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Just got my new LTC yesterday. Less than two weeks wait time.
5/29/18 attended free class for first responders in Frisco.
5/29/18 applies online...
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Congrats to both of ya'll!
Welcome to the forum!
Back in the day it took me over 120 days, $250, and one very long Saturday training to get my...
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Last post by Paladin
Wed Jun 13, 2018 7:26 am
Background
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aldo2433 »
Wed Apr 18, 2018 2:19 am
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Hello,
Has anyone waited for so long on the Background Check and then gave them a call? If so, when you called them, did they help?
Thanks
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I called after thirty days and no stays on the board. I’m glad I did because they did not send a email or letter telling me that they did not have...
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Last post by dogman197
Mon Jun 04, 2018 5:06 pm
Seven weeks - no website update
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vmitche »
Thu Apr 26, 2018 10:18 am
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I submitted all documentation on March 8th, and received the confirmation hours later. The website has yet to show that my info has been received....
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Yep, DPS said I entered the LTC 100 and supporting information in the wrong place. Evidently the application and training/ supplements forms are two...
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Last post by dogman197
Sat Jun 02, 2018 6:17 pm
I forgot to update my address on my DL, will this affect my LTC application????
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by
Pixie123 »
Thu Apr 26, 2018 1:09 pm
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Hi all,
I totally forgot to change my address when I moved last year.. my drivers license has my old address on it. I put my NEW address on the...
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Then spend the time and bucks to change your address on the DL license. It’s the law, and some LEOs might give you a hard time and a ticket for the...
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Last post by dogman197
Sat Jun 02, 2018 6:09 pm
Official, received plastic today!
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by
kerawal »
Sat Jun 02, 2018 4:27 pm
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Application/fee online sent- 5/7/18
Fingerprints completed- 5/12/18
LTC class completed and uploaded- 5/20/18
LTC paperwork rec’d confirmation-...
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Congrats. Fast turnaround!
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Last post by bblhd672
Sat Jun 02, 2018 5:31 pm
I’m glad I called Austin.
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dogman197 »
Sat Jun 02, 2018 12:12 pm
Well, I’m glad i called. Very helpful, explained clearly.
Nothing-0-on status board, no letter after 30 days.
4/30/18. Dps received application,...
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Last post by dogman197
Sat Jun 02, 2018 12:12 pm
Timeline - 11 Days
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by
CallsignTundra »
Wed May 23, 2018 2:19 pm
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LTC Class & App Submitted - 5/12
Fingerprints - 5/14
All received - 5/15
Background check completed & print pending - 5/18
Mailed - 5/21
Plastic in...
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I submitted everything on 5/5/18 and last Friday the checklist finally popped up. Everything's complete and mailed out 5/31 hoping it comes in today!...
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Last post by 13wyatt
Sat Jun 02, 2018 8:37 am
Finally after 57 days LTC is print pending
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aldo2433 »
Fri May 25, 2018 4:24 pm
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I kept checking every day for it and they finally finished the background check after 57 days since they received everything.
It is pending print...
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Mrs. Oldgringo's first license took 160 days and four sets of fingerprints because some bozo said her fingerprints weren't acceptable. Finally, a...
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Last post by Oldgringo
Mon May 28, 2018 8:14 am
New to the waiting list!
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by
Amhran Na Bhfiann »
Mon Apr 09, 2018 12:20 pm
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Hello, all!
So far my timeline is as follows....
3/17 Class
4/6 Online app and LTC submission (with criminal background)
4/9 Fingerprints...
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Plastic in hand 5/21
carrying IWB with CrossBreed last two days at 7-8 oclock position (lefty) have NOT been carrying one in the chamber yet, until...
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Last post by Allons
Wed May 23, 2018 3:07 pm
The wait begins
Replies: 15
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mcrd29 »
Wed Apr 18, 2018 10:10 am
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Glad to be here with the rest of you..
Stats:
Online app filled out 4/4/18
Fingerprints done 4/6/18
Class 4/16/18 - uploaded completed ltc-100 to dps...
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Welcome to the forum!
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Last post by Allons
Wed May 23, 2018 9:57 am
Criminal background waiting time
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by
JMad »
Sun Apr 29, 2018 3:32 pm
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LTC class 3/17
Submitted application 3/18
Fingerprinted 3/19
Uploaded documents 3/19
Application received email 3/21
Status all green except...
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Hello all. My timeline is as follows.
4/16 class
4/16 app submitted with fees
4/17 fingerprints
4/21 all green except Bg check and print pending....
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Last post by Af5gv
Sat May 19, 2018 3:21 am
Renewal, and Photo Change
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by
EastTexasRancher »
Fri May 11, 2018 9:38 pm
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Exactly 14 days from the date I entered and paid my online renewal, to the date my plastic came.
Funny thing; they used my current drivers license...
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Ah, ok, thanks! Makes sense.
I like my haircut better in that photo anyway!!!! rlol rlol rlol
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Last post by EastTexasRancher
Sat May 12, 2018 3:40 pm
Medical advisory board
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by
GregUpOn1 »
Mon Jul 27, 2015 5:11 pm
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So how bad is it when it goes to them? I was placed under observation a little over 3 yrs ago and I was diagnosed with depression Post active duty....
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Well, the bureaucracy didn't cause you to blow your stack and go postal so obviously you're of sound enough mind to carry.
Congrats, most likely...
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Last post by WildRose
Wed May 09, 2018 1:29 am
Background Check Under Review
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aldo2433 »
Sun Apr 08, 2018 8:56 pm
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How long did y'all background check lasted for? And were you in or out of state??
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“The scope of the record check and the investigation are at the sole discretion
of the department, except that the director’s designee shall complete...
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Last post by KevinTx7
Mon Apr 23, 2018 9:25 pm
2018 LTC Instructor class waiting time
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by
eparadise »
Mon Apr 16, 2018 6:57 pm
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I submitted all my records to DPS at the end of March to be added to the waiting list for future DPS training. Still waiting. Will update when I get...
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You’re prob 6 months out at the very soonest.
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Last post by infoman
Wed Apr 18, 2018 10:13 pm
Got it all turned in today
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Odinvalknir »
Mon Apr 16, 2018 4:21 pm
Went and did my fingerprints today, as soon as I got to the truck I started uploading everything. I had 6 documents to send and only 5 upload spots,...
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Last post by Odinvalknir
Mon Apr 16, 2018 4:21 pm
Timeline thus far
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by
JeffreyLebowski »
Wed Mar 07, 2018 4:11 am
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Completed application submitted 2/20.
As of March 7, Fingerprints and background are under review ... everything else has been received/ valid .
12...
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:tiphat:
Class taken: 4/8/2018
TxDPS Application made:4/9/2018
Fingerprints: 4/10/2018
LTC-100, LTC-6, and photos mailed: 4/11/2018
I don't yet...
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Last post by paloooz
Fri Apr 13, 2018 4:14 pm
Time frame
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by
wfrentress »
Thu Jan 25, 2018 10:53 am
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So how long does it usually take from the time you start the application. Till DPS update your status
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Here has been my experience. I am a permanent resident alien. Been here in the US since I was 2 years old and I am in my mid 30s now.
I went to a gun...
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Last post by Hunchback187
Fri Apr 13, 2018 7:49 am
Approved, mailed, never received, then moved
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Briggsje77 »
Sat Apr 07, 2018 1:46 pm
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My husband and I went through the application process. We were approved watched all the checks get checked and finally had a status of printed and...
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Thank you so much
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Last post by Briggsje77
Sat Apr 07, 2018 7:13 pm
Calling the DPS?
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by
Grundy1133 »
Wed Mar 07, 2018 4:36 pm
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So I've been browsing around the Waiting Room and I've noticed that a lot of people who have been waiting for an update on their application usually...
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No criminal records. Just moved around a lot in the past five years, all in and around Houston area. I still move from apartment to apartment every...
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Last post by thinkmac
Thu Apr 05, 2018 10:46 pm
Renewal: 10 days
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by
Beiruty »
Fri Feb 16, 2018 5:20 pm
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Feb 6 easy-peasy online application done. Nothing requested
Feb 16 new card in hands, old one shredded.
10 days less than 2 working weeks.
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Submitted renewal on 3/15 and as of 4/2 this is what is left.
Application : Received
Fingerprints : Received
Affidavits : Received
DL or ID :...
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Last post by slowrey
Mon Apr 02, 2018 8:21 pm
Faster then I expected
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Dino1975 »
Fri Mar 23, 2018 12:39 pm
Application 03/08/18
Class 03/10/18
Fingerprints 03/12/18
Mailed 03/22/18
Received Today 03/23/2018
I lived in 2 other states in the past 5 years....
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Last post by Dino1975
Fri Mar 23, 2018 12:39 pm
Waiting..
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kbru14 »
Wed Mar 14, 2018 8:42 pm
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Thanks for the add to the group.. did the application and fingerprints before hand. Took the class Saturday and scanned and filed the documents...
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Congrats, quick turnaround and $100 less than the majority of us paid.
Welcome to the forum!
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Last post by bblhd672
Fri Mar 23, 2018 8:55 am
Anxiety kicking in...
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by
flipmasterJ »
Thu Mar 15, 2018 7:08 pm
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Anxiously waiting for my application to change to print pending, but hoping that past transgressions haven’t made it a more difficult process for...
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Another member suggested submitting an online inquiry to get things moving...and wouldn’t you know, two days after my online inquiry I’m print pending
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Last post by flipmasterJ
Thu Mar 22, 2018 8:08 am
Began 2/24....no update on website
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Neverenough »
Mon Mar 19, 2018 9:59 pm
Getting a little upset at the time it is taking them to just update the website. I took the class 2/24, prints, 2/26.....they say my start date (for...
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Last post by Neverenough
Mon Mar 19, 2018 9:59 pm
Background check review time with having lived out of state
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by
Beardo »
Mon Sep 18, 2017 6:21 pm
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What kind of wait times has everyone been seeing with having lived out of state in the last 5 years? I have been in Texas since July of last year,...
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You should call DPS and find out what is going on.
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Last post by bblhd672
Mon Mar 19, 2018 4:30 pm
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