Assault and Battery

Assault refers to scaring someone by using force, while battery refers to actually using force against someone.

Threatening to hit someone with a pen.

Physically touching someone with the intent to harm them.

<p>Using an object or instrument to cause harm, such as hitting someone with a stick.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings.</p> Signup and view all the answers