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Old 02-13-2018, 07:56 AM   #286
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Originally Posted by llwhiteoutll View Post
Even not knowing that he was in fact dealing with a group of intoxicated adults who were in the process of committing armed robberies, the law allows for his actions.
Yes, he was justified in firing in the air. Where it went wrong was not maintaining control over the weapon and having it fire when pointed at another person. This is why I think manslaughter was an appropriate verdict.

But he was not justified in shooting at anyone in self defense. Mainly because they weren't armed.
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