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In reply to the discussion: In case you were curious, Peet's Coffee & Tea has gun sense. [View all]branford
(4,462 posts)Also, note that I said that every situation is unique and must be evaluated. Even with legal immunity, a responsible, lawfully armed citizen should consider the risk to innocent bystanders. I just happened to find your blanket advice to quietly comply with a violent criminal because an armed robber probably will not kill or seriously injure you to be far too neat and simple.
Ironically, I do not own a gun, and I would probably not shoot it if one came into my possession in your hypothetical because I would likely increase the chances of injury to myself or others without actually stopping the criminal. However, I luckily have never been in such potentially a life or death situation, and would understand if someone believed or behaved differently, particularly if they had more training or experience with firearms.