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Originally Posted by oldE
From its very title, the "Castle laws", one would think the intent was to keep intruders out. If they breached the safe area, then it might be considered appropriate to defend yourself, family and posessions.
In both of the cases linked the homeowners laid traps and did not bar their space against the invaders. This amounts to premeditation, not defensive action.
Les
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Clearly not self defense. Although there were previous burglaries, a reasonable person would invest in an alarm, or better locks, a deterrent. They decided to set up a premeditated hunt, with intent to kill. Pretty sick IMHO.