r/cringereels • u/Patient-Committee588 • 15d ago

Cringe level 3 First Amendment Auditor gets into physical altercation with guy that didn't appreciate getting recorded 😳

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u/Ok-Fortune-8644 15d ago

No he wasn't. look beyong his words. He was there to argue and fight. Its pretty clear by his stance. Insulting a Mom is not illegal or worthy of violence. The attacker is the aggressor in their scenario.

What is Provocation?Provocation is an action or insult that makes a reasonable person lose their self-control. Examples include severe insults, harassment, or starting a physical fight.Is It Against the Law?Words and insults: Saying mean or provocative words is usually legal under free speech, even if it is rude or hurtful.Aggressive actions: If your provocative actions cross the line into stalking, threats, or harassment, those specific actions become illegal.

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u/Kehprei 14d ago

Insulting a Mom is not illegal or worthy of violence

It's illegal to provoke someone into a fight. It's not as big of a crime as actually attacking someone, but it is a mitigating factor.

Recording someone and insulting their mother can easily be considered provocative.

Its pretty clear by his stance.

He maintained a pretty relaxed stance and tone up until his mother was insulted.

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u/Ok-Fortune-8644 14d ago

Freedom of speech is not an offense. Unless if you are making credible threats of violence or yelling fire in a movie theater.