Anti-gun groups' stats are bunk! Fact is, a gun increases your odds of surviving a crime. #nra #guns

Published on October 13, 2025
Duration: 1:04

This video discusses a Georgetown University study indicating that 81.9% of the time, an armed 'good guy' presenting a legally owned firearm causes a 'bad guy' to retreat without a shot being fired. The speaker emphasizes the importance of carrying a firearm consistently and legally to ensure its availability in a self-defense situation.

Quick Summary

A Georgetown University study found that legally armed citizens deter attackers 81.9% of the time without shots fired. This statistic underscores the critical importance of carrying your firearm consistently and legally, as its defensive capability is only realized when it's readily accessible.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Concealed Carry Statistics
  2. 00:06Georgetown University Study Findings
  3. 00:16Criminal Deterrence Rate Explained
  4. 00:31Importance of Carrying Your Firearm
  5. 00:47Supporting the Right to Bear Arms

Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of the time does a legally armed citizen deter an attacker without shots fired?

According to a Georgetown University study from September 2023, when a 'good guy' with a legally owned firearm is presented with lethal force, the 'bad guy' retreats 81.9% of the time without any shots being fired. This highlights the deterrent effect of being armed.

Why is it crucial to carry your firearm consistently for self-defense?

The effectiveness of a firearm in a self-defense scenario is entirely dependent on it being accessible when needed. The speaker emphasizes that you cannot deter a threat if your firearm is left at home or in your vehicle, making consistent, legal carry paramount.

What does the Georgetown University study suggest about the 'cost' of violence for criminals?

The study suggests that the mere presentation of a legally owned firearm by a potential victim dramatically increases the perceived risk and 'cost' for an aggressor. This elevated risk causes the attacker to disengage, as evidenced by the 81.9% retreat rate.

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