Defending your Home without Going to Jail or Getting Sued

Defending Your Home Without Going to Jail or Getting Sued

Last summer, while camping in the Rockies, I encountered a black bear rummaging through our campsite. My first instinct wasn’t to reach for a weapon—it was to assess the situation, understand my options, and respond proportionally. That same mindset applies when protecting your home. The goal isn’t to escalate conflict but to neutralize threats while staying within legal boundaries.