Depends on the law in Va....if VA. has a stand your ground law then yes.
Having said that, #9 shot would be plenty, and not necessarily lethal.
But if they are dead, they can’t file a civil suit.
I’m thinking steel shot should be the norm. When they get to the hospital just run them thru that big magnet thingy. Would shorten the time the police have to wait around in the waiting room.