2019 LTC/Non-LTC Convictions: INJ CHILD/ELDERLY/DISABLED W/INT BODILY INJ

Introduction

The purpose of this article is to compare the crime statistics between Texas residents who hold a License to Carry (LTC) and those who do not for the offense of Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Bodily Injury in 2019. Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Bodily Injury is defined as an offense in which a person physically injures an elderly or disabled person with the intent to cause bodily harm. It is important to understand the relationship between LTC holders and crime statistics in order to gain a better understanding of the possible factors that could lead to a difference in criminal activity among these two groups.

Crime Statistics Among Texas LTC Holders

The crime statistics among Texas LTC holders for Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Bodily Injury in 2019 were as follows: there were 3 convictions among LTC holders and 519 convictions among non-LTC holders. This shows that LTC holders are 0.58% more likely to commit offenses of Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Bodily Injury than non-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. One possible factor is the background check and eligibility requirements for obtaining an LTC. All applicants must pass a background check and meet other eligibility requirements, such as being at least 21 years of age and completing a handgun proficiency test. This may lead to a self-selection process, where applicants who meet the background check and eligibility requirements are more likely to possess a higher regard for safety and responsibility than those that do not. In addition, LTC holders are required to receive training and education on their right to carry a concealed weapon and the laws that must be followed when carrying a concealed weapon. This further reinforces the idea that LTC holders may have a greater sense of responsibility and be less likely to commit a crime than those without an LTC.

Conclusion

In summary, this article compared the crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders for Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Bodily Injury in 2019. The crime statistics showed that LTC holders are 0.58% more likely to commit offenses of Injury to a Child/Elderly/Disabled with Intent to Bodily Injury than non-LTC holders. It is believed that the background check and eligibility requirements as well as the training and education that LTC holders must undergo may contribute to their lower crime rate. The findings of this article have important implications for the group with the higher percentage, which suggests that LTC holders may be more law-abiding citizens than those without an LTC.

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