School Altercation Legal Guidance

Summary

Physical altercations in school can lead to disciplinary actions. In California, assault is an attempt to cause injury, while battery involves harmful contact. Both parties may be at fault if they engage in physical contact. Its best to resolve conflicts verbally or seek help from a teacher.

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not really was it considered assualt towrads me or her since she did it first?
It sounds like a minor altercation, but here's some general information for California:
- Assault is an attempt to cause physical injury to another person.
- Battery involves actually striking or touching someone in a harmful or offensive manner.
- Both parties may be considered at fault if both engaged in physical contact.
Do you have any concerns about possible disciplinary actions from your school?