Tickling And Legal Boundaries

Summary

Tickling strangers without their consent can be considered harassment or assault under New York law. Harassment involves conduct that alarms or annoys, while assault involves causing physical harm or offensive contact without consent. Tickling family members with permission is generally legal. In a business context, tickling is legal if consent is obtained and no other laws are violated. Always ensure consent to avoid legal issues.

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My name is Patrick I'm * from Suffolk County New York * USA
Hi Patrick! How can I assist you with your legal issue today? What kind of legal matter are you dealing with?
So tickling a stranger is a crime right
Hi Patrick! Tickling a stranger can potentially be considered harassment or even assault under New York law, depending on the circumstances.
- Harassment: Engaging in conduct that alarms or annoys another person.
- Assault: Causing physical harm or offensive physical contact without consent.
It's best to avoid such actions to prevent any legal issues. Do you need more specific information or have any other questions?
So it's legal to tickle your family with permission but not strangers
Yes, tickling family members with their permission is generally legal. However, tickling strangers without their consent can lead to legal issues like harassment or assault. It's important to always respect personal boundaries and obtain consent. Do you have any other questions or need further clarification?
So tickling strangers is a crime
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Tickling strangers without their consent can potentially be considered harassment or assault under New York law. Always ensure you have consent to avoid any legal issues. Is there anything else you need help with?
So tickling is harassment or assault if done to strangers
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Tickling strangers can indeed be considered harassment or assault under New York law if done without consent. Here are the key points:
- Harassment: Engaging in conduct that alarms or annoys another person.
- Assault: Causing physical harm or offensive physical contact without consent.
It's advisable to avoid such actions to prevent any legal issues. Do you have any other questions or need further clarification?
But if you have someone's permission like if someone ran a tickle business then it's legal if you have permission
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Yes, if you have someone's permission, engaging in tickling as part of a business arrangement would generally be legal, as long as it doesn't violate any other laws or regulations. Consent is key in these situations.
Do you have any further questions or need more specific information?