jbarn wrote:AlaskanInTexas wrote:jbarn wrote:Since the law you reference list public place, I am wondering what type of public place you imagine you would need to shoot a snake?
I don't know - probably the same public places where I would have to shoot a lion or tiger?
For example? This concerns you enough that you desire legislation, so do you have a general idea where this could be an issue?
If a lion escapes from a zoo, that would be an immediate danger to life, wouldn't you agree? It is also a large target, and the risk of missed shots is mitigated by those two facts, at least a little.
A snake slithering along down the sidewalk wants to avoid you. Unless you step right on it or otherwise jack with it, it is highly unlikely to strike you. Even then, with antivenom it is highly unlikely to be deadly. The risk of a missed shot injuring someone in a public place is a huge issue.
Remember, we are talking about a public place, not your yard, garden or otherwise.
OK, BUT, it was pointed out in another thread that firing a gun in town is illegal. so I think what he's getting at is that such leg. would be a protection for that (at least that's my assumption)? Sure firing the gun in town, on your own property, to kill said snake, in order to protect your ankle biter dog, or your 2 year old, is understandable and defensible, but seems like it should be legal.