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Some people argue that more restrictions on handguns would decrease violent crime by making it harder for criminals to get handguns. Other people argue that more restrictions on handguns would increase violent crime by making it harder for law-abiding citizens to defend themselves with handguns. Which of the following statements is closer to your own opinion?
Whether handgun restrictions would decrease or increase crime · Asked in 1 wave, 2004 · 1,313 responses · weighted estimates computed from individual responses
| Group | More restriction would decrease crime | More restriction would increase crime | Unsure | n | MoE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All respondents | 46% | 18% | 36% | 1313 | ±3 | |
| Democrats | 54% | 12% | 34% | 445 | ±6 | |
| Independents (incl. leaners) | 44% |
General Social Survey 2004 · US adults 18+ living in households (English, and Spanish since 2006). Shares of people who gave an answer. n is unweighted; ± is the 95% margin of error at 50% from the weighted effective sample. Groups with an effective sample under 50 are grayed; under 20, hidden.
| Poll | Field dates | Mode | Respondents | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Social Survey 2004 | 2004-08-18 to 2005-01-04 | face to face | 2,812 | 1,313 |
| 20% |
| 36% |
| 462 |
| ±5 |
| Republicans | 39% | 22% | 39% | 385 | ±6 |