can you shoot someone for stealing your property in texas

[AdrianLynn]

In Texas, you can use deadly force to protect property only under very specific, limited circumstances, primarily involving nighttime theft and a reasonable belief that no other means will work. You can also use deadly force if the theft is part of a more violent crime like arson, burglary, or robbery, which would justify the use of deadly force for self-defense. Simply stealing property during the day generally does not justify shooting someone.