The last few LTC classes I've noticed more young folks who have a misunderstanding...
Going over the use of force they think that if someone is in their personal space it's ok or should be okay to use force.
I ask them what is the legal definition of "personal space"? The say within 2-3 feet. I say no, what is the law's legal definition of personal space? Of course they say they don't know...I explain to them there is nothing about "personal space" in the penal code. Legally "personal space" doesn't exist....
Someone can be toe to toe...nose to nose to you and you cannot touch them over words alone.......
Where are they getting this "personal space" crap?
Going over the use of force they think that if someone is in their personal space it's ok or should be okay to use force.
I ask them what is the legal definition of "personal space"? The say within 2-3 feet. I say no, what is the law's legal definition of personal space? Of course they say they don't know...I explain to them there is nothing about "personal space" in the penal code. Legally "personal space" doesn't exist....
Someone can be toe to toe...nose to nose to you and you cannot touch them over words alone.......
Where are they getting this "personal space" crap?