Ordinary law-abiding citizens do not typically get involved in fights or firefights which is why we need to adapt when suddenly there is a violent attack on us. There have been quite a few media reports lately on the arrest of farmers and homeowners (in fact, any ordinary law-abiding citizen) who allegedly acted in self-defence while protecting lives and property against armed and violent criminals. The unrest in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal during July 2021 serves as an example.