Introduction
The purpose of this article is to compare crime statistics between Texas LTC holders and non-LTC holders for the offense of Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Commit Bodily Injury in 2018. Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Commit Bodily Injury is defined as the intentional and knowing infliction of serious physical injury or serious mental deficiency or impairment upon an elderly or disabled person or a person 14 years of age or younger. It is important to study the relationship between LTC holders and crime statistics to determine if there is a correlation between the two.
Crime Statistics Among Texas LTC Holders
The crime statistics for Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Commit Bodily Injury among Texas LTC holders in 2018 is 0 convictions, while the crime statistics among non-LTC holders is 539 convictions. This indicates that LTC holders are less likely than non-LTC holders to commit the offense, with a 0% to 100% comparison in favor of LTC holders.
Factors That May Contribute to the Difference in Crime Statistics Between Texas LTC and Non-LTC Holders
There are several factors that may contribute to the difference in crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders. First, background checks and eligibility requirements must be met in order to obtain an LTC. Second, training and education are required for LTC holders. Finally, LTC holders may have a greater perception of risk and responsibility, which could lead to a lower rate of committing crimes.
Conclusion
This article has compared crime statistics between Texas LTC holders and non-LTC holders for Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Commit Bodily Injury in 2018. The results showed that LTC holders are less likely to commit this offense than non-LTC holders, with a 0% to 100% comparison in favor of LTC holders. The factors that may contribute to the difference in crime statistics include background checks, training and education, and a greater perception of risk and responsibility among LTC holders. The findings of this article have important implications for the group with the higher percentage of committing offenses.
