I would also like to say one more thing people need to consider when deciding to use deadly force. I am a gun owner, and I would use deadly force to protect myself and others in my home from immediate deadly threats- but when it comes to this issue:
1.) The penalty for attempted burglary is not and should not be DEATH. As in any other home defense situation, the MORAL thing to do is to try to keep the situation from escalating if humanly possible. Having someone lay on the ground with their hands on their heads at gunpoint while I dial 911 is the preferred outcome for me over shooting one or more persons to death in my home over it. Anyone who thinks the penalty for attempted burglary should be DEATH is being a bit harsh IMO. I know that some states say it is perfectly legal to shoot a stranger in your home whether they are a deadly threat or not, but I do not agree. Taking a human life is serious business, and needs to be avoided if possible.
I am a registered CCW cardholder. The first thing they teach is, even if someone breaks into your home. If you are not in danger of death, you may be in the wrong. Unless a weapon is pointed at you. It may be concidered manslaugter.
Not to mention, the civil lawsuits you can get, from the grieving family. As well as possible negitive reactions like, termination from a job, eviction from your apt, removal of your child from school.
Now, with all that said. If hes in my house, BANG- BANG muthafucha! Ill throw a knife in his hand, and say i was in immediate danger. Bang bang