Introduction
This article will compare crime statistics between Texas LTC (License to Carry) holders and non-LTC holders for Injury to a Child, Elderly Individual, or Disabled Individual Caused by Criminal Negligence in 2018. Understanding this relationship is important because it provides insight into how law-abiding citizens behave when armed.
Crime Statistics among Texas LTC Holders
In 2018, there were 0 convictions for Injury to a Child, Elderly Individual, or Disabled Individual Caused by Criminal Negligence among Texas LTC holders, while there were 42 convictions among non-LTC holders. This represents 0% of convictions among LTC holders and 100% of convictions among non-LTC holders.
Factors that May Contribute to the Difference in Crime Statistics Between Texas LTC and Non-LTC Holders
Background checks and eligibility requirements to obtain an LTC may play a role in the disparity between LTC and non-LTC holders. Additionally, LTC holders must complete a training and education program, which could lead to a greater perception of risk and responsibility among LTC holders.
Conclusion
This article has outlined the comparison of crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders for Injury to a Child, Elderly Individual, or Disabled Individual Caused by Criminal Negligence for 2018. Results have shown that there have been 0 convictions among LTC holders and 42 among non-LTC holders. This suggests that LTC holders are more law-abiding citizens than non-LTC holders. The potential contribution of background checks, eligibility requirements, training and education, and perception of risk and responsibility should also be examined and discussed.
