(Solved):   Scenario 2 Peterson is relaxing at home when he hears noises in the alley behind his house ...

 

Scenario 2 Peterson is relaxing at home when he hears noises in the alley behind his house; he looks in that direction and sees three men who are removing parts from his parked vehicle. Peterson approaches the men and tells them to stop what they are doing; he then run inside his home, obtained a pistol, and returns to the alley. by now the three men are back in their vehicle and preparing to drive away. Peterson approaches them and tells them not to move, or he will shoot. The driver exits the car and, with a wrench in his hand, begins advancing toward Peterson. Peterson then warns the driver not to come any close. Still carrying the wrench, the man continues to move toward Peterson, who then shoots and kills him. 1. What charge should the prosecutor bring against Peterson: Murder in the first degree? Murder in the second degree? Manslaughter? Explain. 2. Did Peterson act in self-defense? Explain why or why not. 3. What other options might have been available to Peterson, aside from obtaining a gun and returning to the alley? Besides shooting the driver? Explain.