Texas HB2215 allows certain retired attorneys representing the state to carry handguns.
Texas HB2215 amends the Penal Code to exempt certain retired attorneys from restrictions on carrying handguns. Specifically, it adds retired municipal attorneys, assistant U.S. attorneys, assistant attorneys general, assistant district attorneys, assistant criminal district attorneys, and assistant county attorneys to the list of individuals exempt from certain handgun restrictions. These retired attorneys must hold a valid handgun license under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code. The change applies to offenses committed after the act's effective date of September 1, 2025.
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