A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. Article 1, § 23 of the Texas Constitution states: "Every citizen shall have the right to keep and bear arms in the lawful defense of himself or the State.It also clarified that people may keep and bear arms for lawful purposes, like hunting or other recreational activities. This statute discusses instances when it is unlawful to sell, rent, lease, loan, or give a handgun to a person. Texas law permits anyone over the age of 21 to purchase a gun. Generally, Texas doesn't impose any age restrictions on minors owning a firearm. SECOND AMENDMENT A well regulated Militia being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms shall not be infringed. The Second Amendment establishes the constitutional right to bear arms. Second Amendment Exceptionalism and Public Carry Super-Rights. The court ruled in Heller's favor, affirming an individual right to keep handguns in the home for self-defense.