Citation

Schwaner SL, Furr LA, Negrey CL, Seger RE. J. Crim. Justice 1999; 27(1): 1-10.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1999, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/S0047-2352(98)00038-5

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This article examines factors related to the plan to purchase a license to carry a concealed weapon in Kentucky. Routine activity and lifestyle theory provide a framework for analysis. Data for the project were collected by telephone interviews conducted in Jefferson County shortly after the Kentucky General Assembly passed legislation allowing citizens to purchase concealed weapon licenses. Results suggest that heavy-patterned drinking is significantly related to the plan to purchase a concealed weapon license. Social and policy implications are discussed.