Poll of the Day December 26, 2025 Should a resident be legally entitled to use lethal force against an intruder who breaks into their home while they are present? Yes (Absolute Right to Defense) Residents should have the immediate legal right to use any force necessary, including lethal force, to protect themselves and their property. The act of breaking into an occupied home implies a threat to life, and the resident should not have a "duty to retreat." No (Conditional/Proportional Use of Force) Lethal force should only be a legal last resort if there is an immediate, verifiable threat to life. If the intruder is unarmed or attempting to flee, lethal force should not be legally protected, as the law should prioritize the preservation of life unless a deadly threat is present. Results Poll Options are limited because JavaScript is disabled in your browser.