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Aggie_engr wrote:
......If they are of the cowardly type that drops to ground like a girl screaming don't shoot me,......

i.e. some kid???

Aggie_engr wrote:
<snip> If they are of the cowardly type that drops to ground like a girl screaming don't shoot me, I might try to cuff them and hold them till the cops show up. <snip>

Still thinking it over. I have definately put thought into the dangers involved.

On a side note, I probably wouldn't try to hold someone out in public, as it is necessary for it to be a felony to be able to intervene. From what I can make out, a wrongful arrest could occure on your part if is not a felony taking place. I do not want to chance it. If they are an immediate threat, then I will shoot to stop it. Otherwise if the perp runs off then so be it.

In another scenario, say someone breaks into your home and in the process of confronting them could you yell at them to get on the ground and put your hands behind your back, you're under arrest without impersonating a police officer? After all you are making a lawful arrest and it might give them the impression that you are somewhat of a law enforcement figure and stop someone from running when they otherwise would not have stopped for the ordinary citizen? I.e. oh it's the cops, better stop and do what he tells me to.

Home invasion is a tough one. My plan if it occures during the day would be dependent on the actions of the perp. If they have a weapon and show signs of aggressiveness/advancement, I'll . If they are of the cowardly type that drops to ground like a girl screaming don't shoot me, I might try to cuff them and hold them till the cops show up. Nighttime is a new can of worms. I would definately advise a security system. If they still don't leave after that goes off, I don't really know what I would do besides barricade myself in a room, gun trained on the door. I don't have a family of my own so I know different people are under different circumstances than I, whereas they would feel inclined to search the house for the perp/perps to protect their family. Whichever the case, I do not believe that there is one solid gold plan for everyone to follow, but rather defined case by case based on ones abilities and what they feel is right.

p.s. Cuffs are relatively cheap. Picked up a nice pair of Smith&Wessons from the gun show for around $30.