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Spectre · July 27, 2001, 02:49 PM

Even if one has a firearm, one should choose carefully before using lethal force. OTOH, if one is menaced at close range with a knife, I'd probably go with shooting first, asking questions (if you're so inclined) later.

July 27, 2001, 02:49 PM	#7
Spectre Staff Alumnus Join Date: October 23, 1998 Location: ATL Posts: 3,277	Even if one has a firearm, one should choose carefully before using lethal force. OTOH, if one is menaced at close range with a knife, I'd probably go with shooting first, asking questions (if you're so inclined) later.