The standard fee for a new or renewal LTC application is $40. However, Texas law provides for some discounts if you meet certain special conditions. Each special condition has different document requirements. You must submit supporting documents to qualify for the discount.
Note: Applications are processed in the order in which they are received and are not considered complete until all application requirements are met.
Special conditions can be divided into the following categories:
General
- Indigent (Individuals who live at or below 125% of the federal poverty guidelines)
- Senior Citizen (Individuals aged 60 and older)
- Standard (Individuals with no special conditions)
Attorney/Judge
- Active Judge
- Felony Prosecuting Attorney
- Other Prosecuting Attorney
- Retired Judge
Correctional Officers
- Correctional Officer currently employed by Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ)
- County Jailer
Law Enforcement
Active
- Active Juvenile Probation Officer
- Active Railroad Peace Officer
- Active Special Ranger of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Ranchers Association
- Active Supervision Officer
- Active Texas Peace Officer
Retired
- Former Reserve Law Enforcement Officer
- Honorably Retired Texas Peace Officer
- Retired Federal Officer
- Retired Railroad Peace Officer
- Retired Special Ranger of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Ranchers Association
Military
- Active Military
- Active Texas Military
- Veteran (Honorably Discharged)
At Risk
- At Risk (Court order or other proof of condition required)