When is it okay to legally use a firearm?

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LUBBOCK, Texas— A Texas man was set to face a grand jury to determine whether he shot and killed a robber out of self-defense. Police in Houston said the unidentified man shot the robber who attempted to take customers wallets and money from the restaurant. Customer who shot robber at Texas taco shop could face […]

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