Daytime storage of CCW firearm?

Question

I am a law student in Houston, and I commute by bus. It's my only option, driving myself isn't possible. Anyway, I also have my Concealed Handgun License, and I carry everywhere that I am legally allowed to.

The Bus has increasingly become a place of violence. There have been several "touched" individuals going on rampages, one of whom drew a knife and attacked the driver. I would really, really like to carry my firearm, which is legal on the bus.

Problem is, when I get off the bus, I'm in downtown Houston, and walking to a Law School (gun-free zone). My school also houses a Courthouse, so it's double illegal to carry a firearm in there.

I am absolutely committed to obeying Texas law, period. However, I want my firearm during commute.

Classes start early, too early for a bank's safe deposit box (my first thought). And unfortunately, I don't see any gun shops nearby that I could trust to secure my weapon for a few hours.

I may end up unable to do anything to remedy this, unless someone can suggest something to me.

Thanks,

Texas

Answer 1

Ask at the courthouse. They usually have lockers for exactly that reason.  

Answer 2

If there is a bank in the neighborhood you maybe could get a safe deposit box if they tell you the court house check is for LEO only.

Good luck

Answer 3

your courthouse should have a check-room to secure a weapon.

Most of the LEO's who are in have checked guns...ask if you can too.

Answer 4

If the locker option is not available, is it legal to unload it and keep it with you in a locked container in your backpack while you attend classes?  Of course, you would have to find somewhere to do that, but that may be something to consider.  They sell thin handgun lock boxes for cars.  They're not too expensive and they will fit in your backpack.