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I have to agree that this was an overreaction on the homeowners part. The homeowner trying to defend himself, family, home, etc. not only risked his life by running out to confront the burglars, but also risked hurting or worse taking an innocent life by discharging his firearm. Once the burglar ran off startled and jumped in the getaway vehicle, the immediate threat/danger was over. The homeowner should have just continued to stay alert, secure family, friends and pets (if they apply) within the confines of his castle and waited for law enforcement to arrive.
Instead, to a jury the homeowner might look like a vigilante with a vendetta, especially in Liberal california. Lesson learned.