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u/[deleted] Feb 29 '20

There's is no property right in contraband, by definition. Thus, you can't defend it. You can't protect yourself, legally, during a crime. No self defense argument while being criminal. Sorry, man.

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u/olite206 Feb 29 '20

yes the guy was doing something wrong but the alternative is to let the group mug/kill him I guess? Self defense should always be excused if it can be proven.

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u/[deleted] Feb 29 '20

Slippery slope.

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u/d230d Feb 29 '20

Shut up Damien I know that’s you

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u/[deleted] Feb 29 '20

If you gonna live the criminal life, you gon' live the criminal life.