1. Why did homeowner George Grier of Long Island, New York shoot four warning shots into the grass on Sunday night? Be specific.

2. What did Mr. Grier believe would happen after he fired the warning shots (regarding the "ShotSpotter")?

3. What crime was Mr. Grier arrested for committing?

4. How does Mr. Grier's attorney refute the charge made against him?

5. What did Police Lt. Andrew Mulraine say about the MS-13 gang in Nassau County?

6. What important questions does this news report leave unanswered?

7. The police determined Grier had the gun legally, and he has no criminal record, so he was not charged for weapon possession. But they did confiscate Mr. Grier's gun.
a) If you were George Grier's neighbor, what would you think about the police taking his gun? Explain your answer.
b) Do you think the charges against Mr. Grier should be dropped, or should he be brought to trial? Explain your answer.
c) The law in New York says a person can only use physical force to deter physical force. Do you think that law should be changed to permit a homeowner to protect his family when threatened in such a manner? Explain your answer.