Ask any homeowner and they’ll tell you that at the top of their list of concerns is the safety and protection of their property and loved ones. Property related crimes, irrespective of the fluctuations in their statistical likelihood of occurrence, are an unfortunate reality. Since there is no foolproof way to prevent these crimes from occurring, one of the best things we can do is take steps to mitigate the likelihood of becoming a victim to one of them. Although it might be tempting to go out and get a license and become a gun owner, the reality is that a gun isn’t going to be very effective when it comes to securing your premises. Furthermore, relying solely on a gun as a home security measure also has the following drawbacks: They preclude definitive action until the very last minute They are not usually a good preventative measure You can misjudge/misinterpret a situation and wrongfully wound or kill someone Pulling out a gun can escalate the situation resu...