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Originally Posted by KSig RC
The biggest problem, of course, would be getting a jury to convict him - it's one of the ultimate in "letter vs. spirit of the law" issues, really, and while I can see both sides of the prosecutorial discretion argument, this would probably be a good place to exercise it.
Then again, one could argue it sets a dangerous precedent that may actually endanger the public, should they now take these issues into their own hands.
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But, it could be an even worse precedent if he takes the case to trial and gets some sort of jury nullification where they let the guy walk.
If there's been a crime problem in the area (like the previous posts mention), then you'll get a lot of sympathy from the jury for the swordsman in this case.
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