A few more facts about the case:
The two "intruders" were actually clients of the good Senator (and lawyer).
Apparently, the receiver of lead was standing outside the home when shot.
The Senator was charged in January with a felony.
He plea bargained to a misdemeanor in February and was fined $1000.
He will not seek re-election.
State Sen. R.C. Soles fined $1,000 after plea deal | Top Story Spot | StarNewsOnline.com
Undoubtedly, legislation which he wrote during his long career was used in part to prosecute him.