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Old February 18, 2009, 11:56 AM   #13
TINCUP AL
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Join Date: May 22, 2007
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I will say it again. Never shoot until you have identified your target and determined that they are a threat to you. +1 to Keltyke's post. In your example, you previously identified the threat and then retreated to your bedroom and closed the door. You just momentarily gave up the threat identity. You cannot see what is on the other side of the door. You may be able to hear, but not see. Actually, you have no idea what is on the other side of the door. Any number of things could be happening, or other people ( innocent ) could be in the line of fire.

Discounting for the sake of discussion the "castle law" or the "make my day law" that permits you to use deadly force on an intruder to your home, if the bad guy is outside your bedroom door and not yet comming in, you are not yet in jeopordy. You need to identify the target at the time of pulling the trigger. I hope this helps.
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