In the wake of the Uvalde tragedy, Austin is redefining its approach to gun violence by categorizing it as a public health crisis. The city's Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) develops initiatives such as youth outreach and safe gun storage. In parallel, Travis County's District Attorney's Office has also adopted a multifaceted approach, emphasizing both traditional and creative legal methods to combat gun crimes. These efforts aim to tackle the broader spectrum of gun violence, including domestic incidents and suicides, not solely mass shootings.
"In 2021, the Travis County District Attorney's Office outlined a four-point plan, detailing how our office addresses violent gun crimes, including traditional and innovative prosecution strategies."
"Austin's Office of Violence Prevention focuses on addressing causes of violence, including firearm accidents, homicides, domestic violence-related shootings, and suicides, beyond just mass shootings."
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