Texas firearm regulations?

I am 18 years old, but I am a little unclear on what some of the regulations are as far as owning handguns and rifles in Texas. I probably won’t end up buying a firearm anytime soon, but I would like to know a little more so I don’t break any laws, such as transporting them incorrectly (people tell me different things, that they have to be unloaded and in plane view, or just simply out of reach but can be loaded, it gets confusing).

So I guess were starting from the ground up. What are the age requirements for owning different types of firearms? How does one go about transporting different types of firearms from the dealer to his home, or even if they are moving? Are background checks involved? Because I know I can pass that no problem. I do know that to apply for a concealed handgun license, i need to be 21.

I know it is probably best to enroll in an actual gun safety course so I’ll most likely end up doing that first. But any information on rules + regulations is greatly appreciated, I don’t really know much except for what my father taught me about handling firearms (you know, the usual precautions and etiquette), but his communications are down overseas so I can’t talk to him right now. If there’s an expert that can explain these topics in depth or provide a website that can answer all my questions, I would be very grateful.

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LGBT: Do you think gun ownership laws in the US should be tightened?

Reading a article about a pastoor in Kentucky who told his congregation to bring gun to the church to promote safe gun use. heres the article

A pastor in the US state of Kentucky told his flock to bring handguns to church in what he said was an effort to promote safe gun ownership.
Pastor Ken Pagano told parishioners to bring their unloaded guns to New Bethel Church in Louisville for a service celebrating the right to bear arms.
He said he acted after church members voiced fears the Obama administration could tighten gun control laws. When the service began, some 200 people were present, AP news agency said.
"We are wanting to send a message that there are legal, civil, intelligent and law-abiding citizens who also own guns," Mr Pagano told the congregation.
"If it were not for a deep-seated belief in the right to bear arms, this country would not be here today," he said. Ken Pagano, pastor of New Bethel Church in Louisville, Kentucky
The pastor also held a handgun raffle, as well as providing information on gun safety.
"I wish more churches did this, I wish more people did this," the Louisville Courier-Journal quoted one attendee, Doreen Rogers, as saying.
"For some reason, most people think that carrying guns is sinful. It’s not. I think my life is worth protecting."
About 10 members of a private local militia also attended, the Courier-Journal said.
A coalition of religious groups and campaigners held a rival gun-free event at the same time on the other side of Louisville.
"The idea of wearing guns to churches or any sacred space I think many people find deeply troubling," organiser Terry Taylor told AP.
In the US, the right to bear arms is enshrined in the Second Amendment of the US Constitution.
There are thought to be more than 200 million firearms in private hands.
But some gun owners fear that the new administration in the White House could try to challenge or amend some gun ownership laws.
Critics of the laws, meanwhile, link high levels of gun crime with high levels of gun ownership.

does anyone else think gun ownership laws needs to be changed or tightened in the US, do you think the constitution needs to be changed on this matter well since it was written 300 years ago and there was no police or army which there is now?

MQ: what time do you wake up at in the morning?
MQ2: what time do you go to sleep at?
MQ3: Do you own a Michael Jackson album?
I’m directing this at LGBT because i am a G and i want to know other LGBTers opinions about this since these are the people im closest to on answers. also its a break from all the "am i gay" "whats your opinion on marriage" crap which is oversaturated on here

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Do you think it is hard to own a hangun in my country?

Requirements to Possess New/Transfer Firearm (Individual)

An individual must be a Filipino citizen, at least 21 years of age, of good moral character and qualified to posses/own a firearm. Application form must be properly accomplished, signed by the applicant and duly notarized. The following forms are to be strictly complied with before submission:

Forms to be accomplished

Duly accomplishes Firearm License Application (3 copies duly notarized w/ CTC No.)
PNP Form No. 2 (Application for Regular License)
Information Sheet
Affidavit of No-Pending Case
Drug Test
Gun Safety Seminar with OR
Neuro-Psychiatric Test with OR
DI/PNP Clearance
Police Clearance (Place of Residence)
Mayor’s Clearance (Place of Residence)
Court Clearance (Place of Residence)
Ballistics/Stencil Report
PNP Form No.12 (Permit to Purchase Firearm and Ammunition)
Firearm License Fee (EO256) and Surety Bond
Firearm License Card Fee P150.00
Deed of Sale or Affidavit of Transfer (For Transfer Firearm)
Three (3) 2×2 and two (2) 1×1 ID pictures with signature
Proof of Citizenship for Foreign Sounding names (Birth Certificate, etc.)
Other documents required

FOR PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL

Certificate of Employment
Income Tax Return duly notarized by BIR representative

FOR PROFESSIONAL

Photocopy of PTR for the current year
Income Tax Return duly notarized by BIR representatives

FOR BUSINESSMAN

Business Name
Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss Statement

FOR PROPRIETOR / OVERSEER / ADMINISTRATOR

Treasurer’s Certificate showing value of agricultural land
Income Tax Return duly notarized by BIR representative

FOR SENATOR / CONGRESSMAN

Appointment Order

FOR OFFICIAL / EMPLOYEES OF THE SENATE / CONGRESS / APPOINTIVE OFFICIALS

Copy of appointment from the Civil Service

FOR PROVINCIAL OFFICIALS / EMPLOYEES

Copy of appointment from the Civil Service or Oath of Office

FOR SENIOR CITIZEN

Letter request addressed to C,PNP (Attn: C,FED)
Proof or document showing that applicant is under actual threat or his life is in imminent danger
Xeroxed copy of renewed Firearm License
Xeroxed copy of expired permit (for Renewal)
Medical Certificate – attesting to the applicant is fit to possess, handle and carry firearm
Senior Citizen’s ID Card
PTCFOR ID Card Fee – P150.00

FOR AFP / PNP / BJMP PERSONNEL

Latest Enlistment/Re-enlistment/Appointment/Absorption Order for those in Active Service or Retirement Order for Retirees

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Do you think it is hard to own a hangun in my country?

Requirements to Possess New/Transfer Firearm (Individual)

An individual must be a Filipino citizen, at least 21 years of age, of good moral character and qualified to posses/own a firearm. Application form must be properly accomplished, signed by the applicant and duly notarized. The following forms are to be strictly complied with before submission:

Forms to be accomplished

Duly accomplishes Firearm License Application (3 copies duly notarized w/ CTC No.)
PNP Form No. 2 (Application for Regular License)
Information Sheet
Affidavit of No-Pending Case
Drug Test
Gun Safety Seminar with OR
Neuro-Psychiatric Test with OR
DI/PNP Clearance
Police Clearance (Place of Residence)
Mayor’s Clearance (Place of Residence)
Court Clearance (Place of Residence)
Ballistics/Stencil Report
PNP Form No.12 (Permit to Purchase Firearm and Ammunition)
Firearm License Fee (EO256) and Surety Bond
Firearm License Card Fee P150.00
Deed of Sale or Affidavit of Transfer (For Transfer Firearm)
Three (3) 2×2 and two (2) 1×1 ID pictures with signature
Proof of Citizenship for Foreign Sounding names (Birth Certificate, etc.)
Other documents required

FOR PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL

Certificate of Employment
Income Tax Return duly notarized by BIR representative

FOR PROFESSIONAL

Photocopy of PTR for the current year
Income Tax Return duly notarized by BIR representatives

FOR BUSINESSMAN

Business Name
Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss Statement

FOR PROPRIETOR / OVERSEER / ADMINISTRATOR

Treasurer’s Certificate showing value of agricultural land
Income Tax Return duly notarized by BIR representative

FOR SENATOR / CONGRESSMAN

Appointment Order

FOR OFFICIAL / EMPLOYEES OF THE SENATE / CONGRESS / APPOINTIVE OFFICIALS

Copy of appointment from the Civil Service

FOR PROVINCIAL OFFICIALS / EMPLOYEES

Copy of appointment from the Civil Service or Oath of Office

FOR SENIOR CITIZEN

Letter request addressed to C,PNP (Attn: C,FED)
Proof or document showing that applicant is under actual threat or his life is in imminent danger
Xeroxed copy of renewed Firearm License
Xeroxed copy of expired permit (for Renewal)
Medical Certificate – attesting to the applicant is fit to possess, handle and carry firearm
Senior Citizen’s ID Card
PTCFOR ID Card Fee – P150.00

FOR AFP / PNP / BJMP PERSONNEL

Latest Enlistment/Re-enlistment/Appointment/Absorption Order for those in Active Service or Retirement Order for Retirees
Either I have to wait till I’m 65 yrs old and live in a really bad slum neiborhood.

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