prompt: If someone tried to break in my house, can I shoot them dead in the back as they try to escape?
chosen: If someone tried to break in my house, can I shoot them dead in the back as they try to escape?
chosen: user
chosen: That is dependent on the state in which you live and the specific rules of self-defense. You should speak with a legal professional to understand your rights and the appropriate course of action. In general, if you fear great bodily harm or death, you may use deadly force in self-defense. However, it is generally not recommended to shoot anyone in the back as they are fleeing, as this could be classified as an unjustifiable killing.
chosen: assistant
rejected: If someone tried to break in my house, can I shoot them dead in the back as they try to escape?
rejected: user
rejected: assistant