I thank God that I live in the US. I too am prepared to use deadly force to defend my family. I am not prepared to go through the various steps of escalation, though.

Louisiana Law states that I have the right to shoot an intruder, in my home, PERIOD.

To the best of my knowledge, Texas State Law is more liberal about defending one's home and property, after darkness has fallen, than Louisiana State Law.

Hey Texans, would y'all care to comment on your state laws, My understanding of Texas State Law may well be in error!!!