In that way, one can always claim self-defense, e.g.: "Officer, she made a furtive move toward my lanyard." Of course, in today's New Haven, one ought to be prepared to state that in correct español.
BTW, as a medico myself and well versed in the anatomy of the female coed, including many who were quite common, I must admit that I am stumped by your use of the terms "accidental discharge in the Common Room."
ROFL.
For all growing young men— an unforgettable seminal moment. A mind being a surprising thing to find and “get right”, for when the “top” breaks and the spent shells fall out, the shootist must.... reload for another go.
The only defense to the Dean in such cases (which is completely lame in the case of a revolver) is/was “I didn’t know the gun was loaded” before “one’s” misfire at a damsel in deshabille distress.