The Justifiable Use of Force law (Florida Statutes, Chapter 776) says that you can legally shoot, without warning, an intruder who tries to gain forceful entry into your home. Interpretations vary regarding whether shooting someone in the back on your property would be permitted. For example, if the intruder turns around to head outside your home it could be interpreted that you and your family were no longer under an immediate threat. It’s also important to point out that individuals in Florida are strictly prohibited from shooting police officers who are carrying out their legal duties such as gaining entry into a home.