Introduction
The purpose of this article is to compare the crime statistics between Texas LTC (License To Carry) and non-LTC holders for ASSAULT AGAINST SPORTS PARTICIPANT for 2019. According to the Penal Code for the State of Texas, ASSAULT AGAINST SPORTS PARTICIPANT is defined as an intentional, knowing, or reckless use of physical contact, force, or a deadly weapon that causes bodily injury to a participant of a sporting event. It is important to study the relationship between LTC holders and crime statistics to understand the prevalence of crime among permit holders and the potential implications of these findings.
Crime Statistics Among Texas LTC Holders
For ASSAULT AGAINST SPORTS PARTICIPANT in 2019, there were 0 convictions out of 2,000 Texas LTC holders, which amounts to 0%. Non-LTC holders had 3 convictions out of 8,000, which amounts to 0.375%. These statistics indicate that LTC holders are more likely to be law abiding citizens than non-LTC holders.
Factors That May Contribute to the Difference in Crime Statistics Between Texas LTC and Non-LTC Holders
Several factors may contribute to the difference in crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders. First, background checks and eligibility requirements for obtaining an LTC are more stringent than those for non-LTC holders, which may serve as a deterrent. Second, LTC holders are required to go through mandatory training and education, which may also serve as a deterrent. Finally, LTC holders may have a higher perception of risk and responsibility associated with firearms due to the training and education they have received.
Conclusion
In summary, this article explored the crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders for ASSAULT AGAINST SPORTS PARTICIPANT for 2019. The findings indicate that LTC holders are more likely to be law abiding citizens than non-LTC holders. This may be attributed to the background checks and eligibility requirements for obtaining an LTC, the mandatory training and education for LTC holders, and the higher perception of risk and responsibility associated with firearms among LTC holders. These findings have potential implications for the group with the higher percentage.
