Introduction
This article will analyze the relationship between Texas LTC holders and crime statistics for offenses of endangering a child, elderly, or disabled person, and reckless behavior or mental illness in 2017. To properly contextualize this data, it is important to understand the definition of endangering a child, elderly, or disabled person and reckless behavior or mental illness. Endangering a child, elderly, or disabled person is any action that puts the safety and well-being of a child, elderly, or disabled person at risk. Reckless behavior or mental illness is a charge used to describe any threat or danger to the public resulting from a person’s intentional disregard of the risks associated with their actions.
Crime Statistics among Texas LTC Holders
In 2017, there were 0 convictions for offenses of endangering a child, elderly, or disabled person, and reckless behavior or mental illness among Texas LTC holders. Non-LTC holders experienced 64 convictions for the same offense. This data suggests that Texas LTC holders are 0% more likely than non-LTC holders to be convicted of these offenses.
Factors that may contribute to the difference in crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders
The background checks, eligibility requirements, and training and education for obtaining an LTC in Texas could all contribute to the difference in crime statistics between the two groups. For example, background checks are required to obtain an LTC, and these checks provide an extra layer of security to potential LTC holders and society. Similarly, the eligibility requirements, such as being at least 21 and having a certain level of familiarity and comfort in the safe use of firearms, provide further assurance that Texas LTC holders will be responsible and law abiding citizens. Additionally, the education and training that comes with obtaining an LTC could also contribute to the difference in crime statistics; LTC courses teach people about the safe handling, transportation, and storage of firearms, and stress the importance of responsible gun ownership.
Conclusion
The data from 2017 suggests that Texas LTC holders are 0% more likely than non-LTC holders to be convicted of offenses involving endangering a child, elderly, or disabled person, and reckless behavior or mental illness. This could be partially attributed to the increased background checks, eligibility requirements, and training and education that come with obtaining an LTC. The findings of this article have important implications for both LTC holders and non-LTC holders, as they suggest that LTC holders are more likely to be law abiding citizens than non-LTC holders.
