Technically, it is an assault -- any unwanted contact. IANAL, though.nils wrote:I think that the real question here is whether or not shooting the old lady is justified....that sounds like assault to me!!!
It depends for me, too. If my mom or kids ask, or an LEO at a traffic stop, I'll tell the truth. Otherwise, I'll try to get a quizzical expression on my face, and say "Who me????" After all, as a fluffy middle-aged woman, I really don't fit the profile.
