Illegal to own in Texas:
(1) an explosive weapon;
(2) a machine gun;
(3) a short-barrel firearm;
(4) a firearm silencer;
(5) a switchblade knife;
(6) knuckles;
(7) armor-piercing ammunition;
(8) a chemical dispensing device;
(9) a zip gun; or
(10) a tire deflation device.
Texas Penal Code Section 46.05
There are what is know as affirmative defenses (kind of like saying illegal unless....) to some of the above. See the Texas law to know what they are.
Illegal weapons are by definition already banned.
is spotlighting illegal in Texas
It depends on your living area. In fact, very few weapons are actually illegal. It's just usually illegal to carry concealed weapons. If you live in Canada were there is no right to bear arms, only then is it illegal. If you have the right to bear arms then no it is not illegal.
gun trafficing is illegal. transporting for sale of illegal weapons.
In Texas, having a yard sale is not illegal as long as you abide by local regulations, such as obtaining any required permits and following guidelines on hours of operation, signage, and noise levels. It's best to check with your city or county regulations to ensure compliance.
No.
In many countries they are considered offensive weapons and are illegal.
I think it's illegal to have neon underglow in Texas.
David Koresh, leader of the Branch Davidians, was accused of federal crimes related to weapons violations and child abuse. These allegations ultimately led to the ATF and FBI siege on the Waco compound where Koresh and his followers were residing. While his followers were involved in various legal troubles, Koresh himself did not have a criminal record in Texas prior to the Waco incident.
Yes its illegal
no it is sadly not illegal.
Normally yes, but it depends on the circumstances. One cannot simply go around brandishing weapons of any type and threatening people. Take note that it is also illegal to threaten people WITHOUT a weapon.