Why? This was physical assault. I thought that was a felony. Since when are you ticketed and released for a felony?
Depends on severity and local law. In Texas for example, a finger poke to the belly would be simple assault. A finger poke to the eye might qualify as aggravated assault if it sent the victim to the emergency room.
I have no idea what qualifies in Kali.
I abhore these so-called pacifists. Anyone who desecrates a 9-11 memorial is mighty low.