I remember reading somewhere in MO law that use of such force can be utilized to stop the commission of a felony, and grand theft auto is a felony.
would have to find such section again as I don't recall exact location but I am pretty sure it is in the 20.xxx sections along with the concealed carry permit laws.
Update: Cannot find it, may have been removed under new legislation.
guy is up a creek. KYBMS.. always
however I am biased and side on the accused, he worked hard for his money that he used to purchase the vehicle, the thief should know full well possible repercussions of such theft if caught at time of such event to include deadly force, whether by hand, blunt object, or firearm.
been thinking of putting up a large document that places liability of such results in the hands of thief, essentially stating that should they engage in theft of property of owner of land parcel, they remove any liability from property owner for injuries sustained from owner defending such property, removal of liability extends to family and prosecuting members of state.