However, if an intruder was fatally struck at night, the householder could be exonerated because it would be difficult for him to see what the intruder was doing and to ascertain the intentions of the intruder.
Kui aga majaomanik andis sissetungijale surmava hoobi öösel, võidi ta süütuks tunnistada, sest tal võis olla raske näha, mida sissetungija parajasti teeb või järgmiseks teha kavatseb.