I have 2 swords,a large wooden stick that can knock you out,and random things that can hurt someone.I'm afraid someone might break in while I'm home because where I live it'd be hard to notice.If I hit them and kill or hurt them can I get in trouble?I can't not worry wether or not they have a weapon cause if I do that,I can be dead.So...Help?
The only i can hurt soemone with the sword is by severly hurting them or killing them.Same with the wooden thing.
2007-09-05 12:09:23 · 10 answers · asked by chisechan82 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
If some breaks sin, God will deal with them and what the hell do you want to knock me out for.
Seriously, I wouldn't take tnmack's word for it. I don't think a law enforcement officer would refer to a single shot shotgun as a single guage shotgun and definitely wouldn't tell you to use a slug. if you live in a condo or apartment where the only thing separating you and your neighbors was dry wall and used a slug it would go through the robber, the wall, your neighbors kid, out into the street, through the school bus passing by and kill the deer in the park across the street. Cops use 12 ga. 00buck loads, however I would use a pump action 12ga shotgun with 2 3/4" magnum BB size lead loads.
A pump shotgun will give you multiple shots (what if there's more that one person) and is has more than enough punch at close range to kill. as for the laws check with your local police dept. for advice, of course they will probably tell you to call 911 so they know where to find your body. Personally I would shoot to kill without hesitation and worry about the laws later. It's better to be tried by 12 than carried by 6.
If in fact tnmack is a cop, he's probabally still writing parking tickets.
2007-09-05 13:13:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In every state in the United States, it is legal to defend yourself with lethal force if someone breaks into the residence. If someone breaks into the residence, by law you have the right to assume that they are there to harm you.
This only applies to someone actually breaking into the residence - if it is related to a domestic dispute, different laws apply.
The main issue is that using blades or a blunt instrument require you to be close to your opponent. For self defense, especially where you are being attacked in your own home, these are weapons used only as a last resort.
Buy a single gauge shotgun at your local pawn shop for less than $100. Shotguns are great for home defense - load it with buckshot or a slug.
2007-09-05 19:22:50 · answer #2 · answered by tnmack 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what state you live in. If you were to live in California, a criminal has more rights than you do even if they break into your home. You are not automatically justified in using lethal force against an intruder. You might have to wait until they have a knife jammed in your back or shoot you a few times to make sure they are armed before you defend yourself. Wouldn't want to violate their rights now...
2007-09-05 19:24:07 · answer #3 · answered by Marco R 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
nope. if some is in your house and you feel yur life is in danger you could kill them in the most insane way possible and you couldn't get in trouble... it's called "castle law" or the "stand your ground law" you are perfectly fine. i would look into getting a gun though. that way you don't have to get as close as you would a sword or stick.
2007-09-05 19:21:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You hurt me with your question. That hurt to read....
but if someone breaks in and you hit them and kill or injure them, no you wont be held accountable, it is considered self defense. However, if you do it excessively (like beating them after they are unconscious) you may be held responsible.
2007-09-05 19:19:17 · answer #5 · answered by sami_sam 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check your state laws about that, I know in missouri if someone breaks in your home or comes in uninvited, you CAN indeed use deadly force and not have to worry bout a lawsuit..
2007-09-05 19:30:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is legal as long as it is self-defense. However, if the person dies, there is still a chance you could be charged, but unlikely that you would be found guilty.
2007-09-05 19:44:29 · answer #7 · answered by Steve 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
self defense is not considered murder, but if you kill someone its likely to go to trial
... with that said I suggest you put the sword down ... and slowly back away
2007-09-05 19:19:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
self defense within reason is not against the law.
2007-09-05 19:39:16 · answer #9 · answered by jabroni 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you would get in trouble. You would only be defending yourself and your property; there's nothing wrong with that.
2007-09-05 19:19:11 · answer #10 · answered by Ian C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋