It is still assault.
Even if "fighting words" are used.
The law does not allow physical assault for verbal abuse.
We used to be a nation of laws.
That could probably be rewritten...
“Sticks and stones and Hard Ice Teas can break my bones...”
That’s why assault should be prosecuted. Broken window syndrome. You can’t let these things go.
Yes, but there used to be a time when somebody deserved an ass-whipping and the law didn't get involved.
You never pick a fight unless you know you can win.
He hit the man with his stink because that crazed, yelling idiot kicked him in the head when her reached for the dropped can.
it was fighting words and additionally the drunk tried to kick the hand of the man picking up the can..that was assault but not battery..
there is a quote by a famous person i dont recall who or exact statement but it referred to people on the internet saying inciteful things that would provoke a physical response but the internet protected them with distance...you cant fix stupid drunks, but you can adjust their attitude and maybe they will think twice next time around they act the fool.
Some people need beatin though. Hopefully he gets a jury and judge that understand that and give him the lowest possible punishment.