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I don't much like the idea rrneck Oct 2012 #1
I'm on the edge about that as well. But it has to be absolutely frustrating... Eleanors38 Oct 2012 #6
meh jollyreaper2112 Oct 2012 #2
"The usual story" you hear are the exceptions. But most MSM like it that way... Eleanors38 Oct 2012 #5
I wasn't "fondling" it ... holdencaufield Oct 2012 #7
No sympathy for thieves that steal money or property former-republican Oct 2012 #3
I second this. Llewlladdwr Oct 2012 #8
Some around say that's the risk you take when you choose to own "stuff" ileus Oct 2012 #14
I don't know I'm conflicted. ileus Oct 2012 #4
Reminds me of the hackneyed sign ... holdencaufield Oct 2012 #9
Any place but Texas, charges would be filled against the shooter. ManiacJoe Oct 2012 #10
Good point about the guard. GreenStormCloud Oct 2012 #12
Nope, not in Alabama, either. Atypical Liberal Oct 2012 #13
There are quite a few states where this would be protected by Castle Doctrine. OneTenthofOnePercent Oct 2012 #18
Not quite. ManiacJoe Oct 2012 #20
Are you suggesting Jenoch Oct 2012 #22
I am not suggesting that. ManiacJoe Oct 2012 #23
I would not be so sure about that ProgressiveProfessor Oct 2012 #24
As always, check your local laws. ManiacJoe Oct 2012 #25
The problem arises if the perps are shot while still in the house but are "fleeing" ProgressiveProfessor Oct 2012 #26
My understanding of most jurisdictions (Texas not withstanding) ManiacJoe Oct 2012 #27
OOPS. Got my days mixed up. I thought today was Friday. GreenStormCloud Oct 2012 #11
I have no problem with this. Atypical Liberal Oct 2012 #15
I think he had very good reason to guard his store slackmaster Oct 2012 #16
I have no problem with this. MicaelS Oct 2012 #17
Thank you all for your helpful responses. N/T GreenStormCloud Oct 2012 #19
Waiting in an ambush for someone does precisely zero harm 4th law of robotics Oct 2012 #21
Getting shot while burglarizing Francis Marion Oct 2012 #28
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