US Department of Justice Sponsored Study: 1 in 3 Criminals Has Been Deterred Because of an Armed Citizen Over 1,800 incarcerated felons were interviewed, asking how they felt about civilians and gun ownership. 33% of these criminals admitted to being scared off, shot at, wounded, or captured by a gun-owning victim. 69% of them knew at least one other criminal who had similar experiences. 80% of felons also claimed that they intentionally avoid victims and homes that they believe may be armed. 1 in 3 criminals has been deterred because of an armed citizen 4 out of 5 felons avoid victimizing people that have guns. @UngaTheGreat | Study 560 viewsNeil Johnson, 02:59
