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February 22, 2026Criminology

Heterogeneity in criminal violent victimization within the LGBT population: Estimates from the US National Crime Victimization Study

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CBCallie H. BurtCDCaitlin A. Dorsch

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Overview

This research examines variations in violent victimization among LGBT groups, indicating significant discrepancies based on sociodemographics.

Key Points

  • The study aims to investigate differences in violent victimization within the LGBT population compared to non-LGBT counterparts.
  • Utilized data from the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS)
  • Analyzed rates of violent victimization among different LGBT subgroups
  • Examined the impact of sociodemographic factors on victimization rates
  • LGBT subgroups experience higher rates of violent victimization than non-LGBT individuals
  • Bisexual individuals have the highest rates of victimization, followed by transgender and lesbian/gay populations
  • Sociodemographic differences account for 15% to 41% of disparities in victimization among subgroups
  • The effects of sex on victimization rates are minimal and complex

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Burt et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699a9e00482488d673cd4510https://doi.org/10.1111/1745-9125.70034
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