2021 LTC/Non-LTC Convictions: ASSAULT CAUSES BODILY INJURY FAMILY MEMBER

Comparing Crime Statistics between Texas LTC and Non-LTC Holders in 2021

The purpose of this article is to compare the crime statistics between Texas licensed to carry (LTC) and non-LTC holders for the offense of assault causing bodily injury to a family member for the year 2021. Assault causing bodily injury to a family member is defined as intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causing bodily injury to a family member, including those by ‘threat of imminent physical harm’. Studying the relationship between LTC holders and crime statistics is important because it gives us insight into whether or not LTC holders are more likely to be law abiding citizens than non-LTC holders.

Crime Statistics among Texas LTC Holders

The crime statistics among Texas LTC holders for assault causing bodily injury to a family member show that there were 26 convictions in 2021, compared to 36,289 convictions among non-LTC holders. This means that LTC holders were approximately 0.1% more likely to commit the offense of assault causing bodily injury to a family member than non-LTC holders.

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

The difference in crime statistics between Texas LTC and non-LTC holders may be due to several factors. Background checks and eligibility requirements for obtaining an LTC are much stricter than those for the general public, so this may contribute to lower crime rates among LTC holders. Training and education for LTC holders may also play a role in their lower crime rates. Finally, it may be the case that LTC holders have a greater perception of risk and responsibility than non-LTC holders, leading to a greater understanding of the consequences of their actions.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this article has shown that, while there are some convictions among Texas LTC holders for the offense of assault causing bodily injury to a family member, they are significantly less likely to commit such an offense than non-LTC holders. Some factors that may contribute to this difference include the background checks and eligibility requirements for obtaining an LTC, the training and education for LTC holders, and the perception of risk and responsibility among LTC holders. The findings of this article suggest that LTC holders are more likely to be law abiding citizens than non-LTC holders.

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