Places Where Firearms Are Prohibited in Texas, Even for LTC Holders
Constitutional carry didn’t unlock every door. Here are the locations that stay off-limits regardless of LTC.
Texas Penal Code Section 46.03 lists places where firearm carry is prohibited even for LTC holders. Constitutional carry didn’t rewrite this list.
Absolute no-carry zones
- Schools and educational institution premises, K-12 buildings, buses, and open school events unless authorized.
- Polling places on election day and during early voting.
- Courts and court offices, unless the carrier is authorized by regulations.
- Racetracks.
- Secured areas of airports (past the TSA checkpoint).
- Places where a high school, collegiate, or professional sporting event is being held, unless the carrier is a participant.
- Correctional facilities.
- Any premises licensed as a hospital, nursing facility, or mental hospital, unless the person has permission from the operator.
- Amusement parks, if properly posted under Section 30.06 or 30.07.
- Meeting rooms where a governmental entity is holding an open meeting, unless the carrier is authorized.
Off-limits based on posting
Texas allows private property owners to prohibit firearm carry by posting compliant signs under Sections 30.06 (concealed) and 30.07 (openly carried). If a business posts a compliant 30.06 or 30.07 sign, you must comply.
Alcohol-serving establishments
Businesses that derive 51% or more of revenue from on-premises alcohol sales must post a red “51%” sign. Carrying past that sign is a felony. This is separate from ordinary bars and restaurants, more in another post.
Federal buildings
Federal law bars firearm possession in federal facilities including post offices, VA hospitals, federal courthouses, and other federal buildings.
Know the list. Carrying into a prohibited location isn’t a technicality. Depending on the location, it’s a misdemeanor or felony charge and immediate loss of your LTC.
Stay safe. Semper Fi.
Gunny
Straight talk: This is education, not legal advice. Gun law changes. Consult a Texas attorney for your specific situation, and always confirm current rules with the Texas Department of Public Safety and the ATF.
