We have laws here stating we can use deadly force against intruders
on our property if we perceive a threat. I honored the snake
by treating him as an equal and therefor subject to this law.
Fair enough. Did the snake pose a threat other than passing across your property? Did not look like it to me. Unless your life is threatened, you cannot use lethal force to protect property. Don’t you just love little debates like this? I do!!! ;-)
Yes.
He was packin' venom and I have a couple of curious cats.
I calmly asked him to depart and he threatened me with his fangs.
At this point I pronounced sentence upon him and carried out just punishment.