QUESTION
When a minor confronts an adult what rights do they have to defend themselves?
Asked on Apr 09th, 2012 on Criminal Law - Arkansas
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A minor confronts an adult in a public place, calls them names, and follows them and wants to have a physical confrontation, what rights does the adult have to defend themselves?
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Same rights as against an adult, if he touches you call the police. Or better yet, call the police before he touches you.
Answered on Apr 10th, 2012 at 5:12 PM
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The adult should not engage in any physical confrontation with the minor or anyone for that matter unless it is to defend themselves from an attack initiated by that person, and even then the defense must be proportionate to the offense and not escalate the initial assault. If the person is being taunted and harassed he/she should file a complaint with law enforcement.
Answered on Apr 10th, 2012 at 4:35 PM