Study finds 18% increase in firearm-related suicide rates in states with permitless open carry laws.
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons found that states with permitless open carry laws experienced an 18% increase in firearm-related suicide rates over nine years, with total suicide rates also rising. The study linked more permissive firearm laws to increased access to guns, potentially contributing to higher suicide rates.
March 11, 2024
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