New Study Shows Violent Crime Down After Passing Constitutional Carry

Published on January 20, 2024
Duration: 9:43

This video features an expert analysis by Colion Noir, who discusses a new study examining the impact of constitutional carry laws on violent crime. The study, focusing on Ohio's largest cities and Texas, suggests that permitless carry has not led to an increase in gun violence, and in some areas, violent crime has decreased. Noir critiques common arguments against constitutional carry, highlighting the distinction between correlation and causation in gun violence statistics and emphasizing that criminals disregard gun laws. He advocates for voluntary firearm training rather than mandatory permits, citing concerns about accessibility and potential barriers created by anti-gun jurisdictions.

Quick Summary

Expert Colion Noir analyzes a study indicating violent crime decreased in Ohio cities after implementing constitutional carry. He argues that the correlation between more guns and more violence is not direct, and criminals disregard laws, making restrictions on law-abiding citizens ineffective.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Gun Control Arguments
  2. 00:38Study Findings
  3. 01:45Columbus Data
  4. 02:05Attorney General's Statement
  5. 02:30Correlation vs. Causation
  6. 02:57Gun Violence Breakdown
  7. 03:56Training Requirements
  8. 05:09California Example
  9. 06:06Elitism and Gun Control
  10. 06:23Criminal Behavior and Deterrence
  11. 07:48Law Enforcement and Criminals
  12. 08:15Disinformation and Sharing
  13. 09:02Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the new study on constitutional carry in Ohio suggest about gun violence?

A study examining Ohio's eight largest cities from June 2021 to June 2023 found that six cities experienced a decrease in gun crime after the implementation of constitutional carry, with Columbus seeing a nearly 9.5% drop in its crime rate per 1,000 people.

How does the speaker address the argument that more guns lead to more violence?

The speaker, Colion Noir, argues that the correlation between gun ownership and violence is not direct. He points to data suggesting that most gun violence is self-inflicted or concentrated in specific areas, and that criminals disregard gun laws, making restrictions on law-abiding citizens ineffective.

What are the concerns regarding firearm training requirements?

Concerns exist that anti-gun jurisdictions might impose excessively difficult or expensive training requirements for carrying firearms, disproportionately affecting individuals with fewer resources, as seen in the example of California.

Why is it important to share information about constitutional carry studies?

It's important to share findings that contradict the mainstream narrative on gun violence, as many media outlets may not cover stories that challenge their established viewpoints. Sharing this information helps to inform the public and support Second Amendment rights.

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