Guns as a Crime Deterrent: Does the Issuance of Concealed Carry Permits Reduce Crime?
Abstract
This paper examines the impact concealed carry laws have on crime in the United States. First, it examines the history of guns in the U.S., specifically the second amendment, and the laws enacted since the 1960’s which have changed the way guns are purchased. Then it discusses the arguments for and against allowing law abiding citizens to carry concealed weapons through the issuance of concealed carry permits. Lastly, the paper presents several studies which have been done on the impact of concealed carry permits on crime, and then concludes that based on the research that has been done up to this point, the issuance of concealed carry permits results in a reduction of crime.Authors who publish with this journal agree to the following terms:
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