LIBRARY NEWS
The library will hold a Westlaw training session on statutory and legislative research on Wednesday, August 28th from noon to 1 p.m. in the library's mezzanine. Westlaw training is free and qualifies for 1 hour of CLE credit, but it is limited to 20 participants. Please sign up online or call us at (512) 463-1722 to reserve your spot.
This month we will be hosting a Lexis webinar on Thursday, August 22nd from noon to 1 p.m. in the library's mezzanine. Drinking from a Fire Hydrant: Basic Legal Research in the Age of Technology will focus on conducting basic legal research using Lexis Advance. Lexis training is free and qualifies for 1 hour of CLE credit but is limited to 20 participants. Please sign up online or call us at (512) 463-1722 to reserve your spot. Once your spot is reserved you can choose to either attend the training in person or participate remotely via Skype.
Library Spotlight
Gun Laws
In light of current events, the State Law Library has received many questions regarding Texas and federal gun laws. Our Gun Laws research guide is a reliable source for information on this topic.
This guide includes:
- State and federal laws governing firearms
- "Plain English" summaries of those laws
- Information on background checks, open and concealed carry, handgun licensing, restrictions on convicted felons, and "stand your ground" laws
- A recap of NEW firearms legislation that will take effect on September 1st, 2019
- Information from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF)
An additional resource, HeinOnline's Gun Regulation and Legislation in America brings together more than 500 titles with the goal of providing a platform for research and civil discussion. You can can access HeinOnline from home if are a registered library patron. Remember, you can register online if you don't already have an account with us!
If you have any questions or would like more information please don't hesitate to Ask a Librarian!
Law & Legislation
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8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday
(except holidays)
Located in Austin, Texas
205 West 14th Street
Tom C. Clark Building
Room G01 (ground floor)