49erDweet, #61: Rule #2. Always shoot to permanently end the confrontation, ie: never to face the shootee again – in court or elsewhere.

That, alas, does not account for any vengeance-minded next of kin and/or criminal buddies the shootee may have. For that we need Rule #4: “Expect a follow-up attack, and prepare accordingly.”

And of course, even if the shootee’s next of kin aren’t inclined to kill you, they can still sue you our of your home as well.