Introduction
The purpose of this article is to compare crime statistics between Texas License to Carry (LTC) and non-LTC holders for Publish/Threat to Publish Intimate Visual Material (PTIVM) during 2020. PTIVM is defined as the sharing or threat of sharing an intimate visual material of another person without their permission. Understanding the relationship between LTC holders and crime statistics is important as it can inform future policy decisions concerning gun safety.
Crime Statistics Among Texas LTC Holders
In 2020, there were 0 convictions for PTIVM in Texas among LTC holders. This is in comparison to 18 convictions for PTIVM among non-LTC holders. This equates to 0% of convictions for PTIVM among LTC holders in comparison to 100% of convictions for PTIVM among non-LTC holders.
Factors That May Contribute to the Difference in Crime Statistics Between Texas LTC and Non-LTC Holders
There may be several factors that could account for the difference in crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders. Some of these factors include background checks and eligibility requirements for obtaining an LTC, training and education for LTC holders, as well as perception of risk and responsibility among LTC holders.
Conclusion
This article has provided a comparison of crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders for PTIVM in 2020. Ultimately, the data showed that there were 0 convictions for PTIVM among LTC holders in comparison to 18 convictions for PTIVM among non-LTC holders. This can be attributed to a variety of factors, such as background checks and eligibility requirements, training and education, and perception of risk and responsibility among LTC holders. The findings of this article have implications for the group with the higher percentage, as further consideration of policy initiatives may be necessary to reduce crime.
