Originally posted by chris2k7sears
Personally I think its not, I would for example, stab someone who was going to stab one of my family or GF, or something.
Debate.
What you're refering to is self defence,as there is no right nor wrong but the opinion of oneself.
Anyone caught in a similar situation to what you describe will take action to prevent any threat necessary.
The consequences of your action(may that be good in your opinion),might not go down well with the law.
And with laws nowadays gone the path of stupidity,your actions for self preservation might not be so simple,as the perpetrator can sue your ass off for beating the crap out of him.
Every action has a reaction.