Now I've heard it all... a prosecutor who says you SHOULD fire warning shots. Okay
Now I’ve heard it all... a prosecutor who says you SHOULD fire warning shots. Okay
“a prosecutor who says you SHOULD fire warning shots”
I’m certain there was a non BLM person who was charged with a reckless discharge count by doing that very thing. That story was posted here. So this DERANGED WHACK JOB IS FULL OF IT.
Should I Shoot a Warning Shot?
As a responsibly armed citizen, you must remember that you are responsible for every round that leaves your firearm. And don't forget: “What goes up must come down.” Just because you weren't intending to hurt someone or damage something doesn't mean you won't.
In many places (check your local laws), a warning shot may be considered a use of deadly force. Even though you probably intend to fire a “warning,” you could potentially hurt or even kill someone with that shot. Therefore, the act of taking that shot could be viewed by the justice system as deadly force.”
Source: https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/blog/should-i-shoot-a-warning-shot/