In home defense I believe most of us would like to be able to legally shoot an intruder when we feel our lives and the lives of our loved ones are at stake.
But in reality, the laws in each state are different.
I believe that in Kalifornia, intent (to unlawfully enter your house) and belief that you or a loved one's life is being threatened with the possibility of being maimed, severely injured, or killed must be shown without a shadow of a doubt. In other words, either the physical evidence and/or a reliable witness to the events must be available. And even in this crazy state, you still might get prosecuted.
I'm curious, what do you feel and what does your state reg's state? (Check under your state's DOJ, under self-defense)
But in reality, the laws in each state are different.
I believe that in Kalifornia, intent (to unlawfully enter your house) and belief that you or a loved one's life is being threatened with the possibility of being maimed, severely injured, or killed must be shown without a shadow of a doubt. In other words, either the physical evidence and/or a reliable witness to the events must be available. And even in this crazy state, you still might get prosecuted.
I'm curious, what do you feel and what does your state reg's state? (Check under your state's DOJ, under self-defense)