The man, (and older person, probably a vietnam vet or something) after recieving instructions from the police not to shoot the robbers, went out and did it anyway. People then called him a hero. Was his life in immediate danger? No, it wasn't. He had a freaking shotgun FFS. He's a murderer; nothing more, and he should be treated as one. Personally, i thought the man should have recieved at least life in prison.

The second scenario is a lot more simple. If he damaged any property, he should have to pay for it. I.E. a broken door, television, tables, etc. then he should have to pay for them if he has the means to do so. If not, then he should be charged with a misdemenor of whatever breaking and entering is classified as. It's obvious that even if he didn't learn his lesson, it's unlikely with someone who has a conscience would rob again.

[Edited by Latiosmaster47, 4/28/2008 7:54:29 AM]

but anyway, back to the original point, I think the death penalty should only be used for people who feel no remorse for their actions, or who are clearly a danger to themsleves or others. Someone making a stupid decision like the one mentioned in the original post should have to live with their action, to me that would be a bigger punishment than the death penalty.

So I think some long amount of time in prison would be best for this situation.

[Edited by Latiosmaster47, 4/27/2008 10:08:00 AM]

cya later

[Edited by Latiosmaster47, 4/26/2008 11:07:33 AM]