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Title
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Gun control in Florida: an analysis of the Right to Carry Law of 1987.
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Creator
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Mathews, Sunil., Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
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Abstract/Description
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In 1987, Florida passed a Right to Carry Law, allowing citizens to purchase a concealed weapons license. Bill proponents believe that an armed citizenry will deter crime. This study examines the relationship between gun control legislation and violent crime in Florida. By using multiple regression analysis, I conclude that gun control legislation has a significant effect on homicide rates, and the presence of national economic conditions is associated with violent crime in Florida.
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Date Issued
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2009
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PURL
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http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/3325083
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Subject Headings
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Firearms ownership, Law and legislation, Violence, Prevention, Firearms, Law and legislation, Gun control
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Format
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Document (PDF)
