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Originally posted by filtherton
I think personally, in a situation like that the law goes out the window. However, I think killing over property is a bit much. Self defense and property defense are 2 seperate issues. i would kill, or maim to protect myself or my family or my friends; i would not kill to protect a car or a stereo or a T.V.
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I would like to draw a line at commission of the crime. If someone breaks into your house, regardless of if they intend to rape you, murder you, or steal $20 from your wallet, you should be justifiable in shooting/knifing/beating them to death. If they have already committed the crime and are half way down the street, it is now a matter for the police.
I trust the property owner / victim over the criminal in most cases.