Hello all,
I am hoping that some of you lovely people will be able to assist me I am a graduate student at a Houston university and am working on research for an article for my school's literary magazine. The topic of my article is the debate currently underway concerning the legalization of concealed carry of firearms on college campuses. Personally I support this legislation; it is my constitutional right to carry a gun, and I know I would feel much safer on campus if I were allowed to have my gun with me.
But I digress...
What I am hoping to get some advice on is where I can find reliable information / statistics on the following:
1) Occurrence of non-defensive shootings by concealed license holders over a span of time (basically, how many license holders have shot other people in situations other than self / home defense)
2) Statistics on the current population percentage in possession of a concealed license
That's my starting point anyway. I have been doing extensive research online but have been unable to locate much up-to-date information. Much of it dates back to the early 2000's or even earlier. Any tips or suggestions for where I could start would be greatly appreciated!!
I am hoping that some of you lovely people will be able to assist me I am a graduate student at a Houston university and am working on research for an article for my school's literary magazine. The topic of my article is the debate currently underway concerning the legalization of concealed carry of firearms on college campuses. Personally I support this legislation; it is my constitutional right to carry a gun, and I know I would feel much safer on campus if I were allowed to have my gun with me.
But I digress...
What I am hoping to get some advice on is where I can find reliable information / statistics on the following:
1) Occurrence of non-defensive shootings by concealed license holders over a span of time (basically, how many license holders have shot other people in situations other than self / home defense)
2) Statistics on the current population percentage in possession of a concealed license
That's my starting point anyway. I have been doing extensive research online but have been unable to locate much up-to-date information. Much of it dates back to the early 2000's or even earlier. Any tips or suggestions for where I could start would be greatly appreciated!!