2020 LTC/Non-LTC Convictions: TRAFFICKING OF PERSONS: CONTINUOUS

Comparing Crime Statistics Between Texas LTC and Non-LTC Holders

The purpose of this article is to compare crime statistics between Texas License To Carry (LTC) and non-LTC holders for Trafficking of Persons: Continuous in 2020. This particular crime is defined as the offense of aiding, abetting, attempting, conspiring, or soliciting another to commit an offense under the laws of another state or nation, or under federal law, related to the trafficking of persons.

It is important to study the relationship between LTC holders and crime statistics in order to better understand the role of firearm ownership in regards to public safety. The following section will look more closely at the crime statistics among Texas LTC holders for Trafficking of Persons: Continuous.

Crime Statistics Among Texas LTC Holders for Trafficking of Persons: Continuous

The crime statistics among Texas LTC holders for Trafficking of Persons: Continuous in 2020 showed that there were 0 convictions of LTC holders, compared to 1 conviction among non-LTC holders, which amounts to a 0% conviction rate for LTC holders and a 100% conviction rate for non-LTC holders. Given that LTC holders are often assumed to be more law-abiding citizens, this result is somewhat surprising.

Factors that May Contribute to the Difference in Crime Statistics Between Texas LTC and Non-LTC Holders

There are a number of factors that may contribute to the discrepancy in crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders for Trafficking of Persons: Continuous in 2020. These include:

  • Background checks and eligibility requirements for obtaining an LTC, which are often more stringent than those for non-LTC holders.
  • Training and education for LTC holders, which is often more extensive than that given to non-LTC holders.
  • The perception of risk and responsibility among LTC holders, which may be higher than that among non-LTC holders.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this article compared crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders for Trafficking of Persons: Continuous in 2020, which showed that there were 0 convictions of LTC holders and 1 conviction among non-LTC holders, resulting in a 0% conviction rate for LTC holders and a 100% conviction rate for non-LTC holders. Factors such as background checks and eligibility requirements, training and education, and perception of risk and responsibility likely all contribute to the difference in crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders. These findings have important implications for the group with the higher percentage of convictions.

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