Abstract
ABSTRACT Although the literature presents many studies generally relating gun ownership and the use of intoxicants to unfavorable outcomes, few studies have explored deviance in the form of negligent firearm use. This study explores firearm usage while under the influence of alcohol and/or marijuana utilizing self-report data from a random sample of 2,349 students. Findings indicate males, those closest to the minimum legal drinking age, individuals with substance-using peers, and those with a substance-related arrest were significantly more likely to utilize a firearm while impaired. Low self-control appears related to firearm operation after marijuana, but not alcohol, use.
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