Texas DPS

Texas Safe Gun Storage is an educational initiative encouraging responsible firearm storage to help protect children, families, and communities across Texas. Its message, “Keep ’Em Safe, Texas,” emphasizes that secure storage can reduce accidents, prevent theft, and keep firearms out of the hands of children and criminals. The initiative provides practical guidance for gun owners at home, in vehicles, and while hunting, recognizing that safe storage is an ongoing responsibility.

Its resources explain a straightforward three-step approach: store firearms unloaded and secured, lock ammunition safely, and restrict access to firearms at all times. Visitors can use a safe gun storage checklist, compare options such as gun safes, cabinets, cases, strongboxes, biometric locks, and cable or trigger locks, and find tips for discussing safe storage with family, friends, and other gun owners. The site also shares information on risks to children at different ages, firearm theft and crime, and personal stories illustrating the importance of secure storage.