Originally Posted by
Sfury
Honestly, if a person is worrying about shooting through an enemy combatant, they probably won't shoot.
That is why you do your homework in advance to have a cartridge, bullet type and ammo manufacturer that works reliably in your firearm with good performance but still reduces the chance of over-penetration.
A lot of people think the standard pressure .45 ACP will over-penetrate with JHP, but the 9x19 has shown more actual cases of over-penetration. Not saying a person should not use a 9x19, but make sure the ammunition and bullet you are using will expand as desired when fired from your firearm.
I totally agree that situational awareness is vital. What also is vital is avoiding potential situations before they develop.