Physical Altercation Legal Considerations

Summary

Physical altercations, even minor ones, can have legal consequences. In California, self-defense is valid if you believe youre in imminent danger. However, mutual pushing may be seen as mutual combat. Minor injuries might not escalate legally, but verbal harassment could be an issue in a school setting. Consider discussing the incident with school authorities or a legal professional for further guidance.

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I couldn't push that hard because I am a little short, but she is a lot taller. I hurt my shoulder, but it stopped hurting at the end of the fourth period.
In California, self-defense is valid if you believe you're in imminent danger. However, since mutual pushing was involved, this could be seen as mutual combat. Because the injury was minor and resolved quickly, the situation may not escalate legally.
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i called her a cuss word though lol and she kept making a big deal out of it even though she calls everybody the b word all the time
In California, mutual pushing could be seen as mutual combat, and while minor injuries were involved, it might not escalate legally. However, calling someone a cuss word might be considered verbal harassment, especially in a school setting.
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