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Gun self defense question?

Lets say you are carrying a concealed firearm for self defense with a permit.A mugger with a weapon, makes you give up your wallet and valueables, and then turns to run.If you shoot him, is this still considered a self defense situation?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    sadly no. the threat is gone. if you can get him to face you again, the threat is renewed and it would be self defense again.

  • 1 decade ago

    in Texas, you can't shoot him in the back

    but Ron White says "you can shoot them in the back of the leg until they turn around. Odds are they're going to get curious. Whose shooting me in the leg i wonder quietly to myself"

    I think you're not supposed to shoot anyone, even with a permit, but then what is the point of it.

    think of it like this-- The guy is dead, it's your word over his. You can't talk if you're dead

  • 1 decade ago

    Seems like it should but since you didn't take action during the mugging but more so after the fact they'll probably rule in his favor

  • 1 decade ago

    Are you still *reasonably* in fear for your life?

    If he is running away, then you cannot shoot; the threat has passed.

    Source(s): 9+ years Law Enforcement
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