[VanShuyten]

“In the state of Washington one can legally shoot someone to stop a felony against you, or anyone else”

Know your state laws. When I lived in Maryland, I could use deadly force to protect my property.

Now I live in Virginia, and I can use deadly force only if I fear death or grievous injury to myself or others. If I shoot a thief, I will go to prison.

[Vinnie]

Now I live in Virginia, and I can use deadly force only if I fear death or grievous injury to myself or others. If I shoot a thief, I will go to prison.

North Carolina is the same.
A burglar in your house is not by itself justification to use deadly force. He must be threatening you or loved one.

[UCANSEE2]

If I shoot a thief, I will go to prison.

As the police told me, "if you shoot em outside your door, make sure to drag them inside before calling us."