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While people do have the right to defend themselves and their property if they believe they are facing a threat under Canadian law, those rights "are not unlimited in Canada," Robertson said.

"The law requires that any defensive action be proportionate to the threat faced," Robertson said.

"This means that while homeowners do have the right to protect themselves and their property, the use of force must be reasonable given the circumstances."

In his statement, Robertson also acknowledged that the case has generated "significant public interest and emotional responses."

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