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by HotLeadSolutions
Tue Jan 18, 2011 10:12 pm
Forum: The Crime Blotter
Topic: Austin man stops burglary, shoots tires, catches one suspect
Replies: 26
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Re: Austin man stops burglary, shoots tires, catches one sus

philip964 wrote:Considering this was in the day and in Austin, I am surprised he was not arrested.
PC §9.42. DEADLY FORCE TO PROTECT PROPERTY. A person is
justified in using deadly force against another to protect land or tangible,
movable property:
(B) to prevent the other who is fleeing immediately after committing
burglary,
robbery, aggravated robbery, or theft during the nighttime
from escaping with the property


Cant say it was the smartest move, but it was legal...IMHO...IANAL

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