Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida
Assault or Battery
Can a citizen requesting public records who acts in an uncivil manner (cursing and verbally abusive) towards the staff (county or city employees) be charged with any type of assault or battery or any other charge? If said citizen conducts him/herself over the phone in the same manner, does that have any bearing? What is the limit that must be reached before a public employee will have some avenue of recourse? What, if any, is the procedure to follow for said recourse?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Assault or Battery
You didn't mention the specific comments said by
the abusive individual, so I am unsure if their
conduct would rise to the level required by statute.
Were you in fear for your safety? Did they verbally
or physically threaten you with imminent harm? You
mentioned the person was "uncivil", thus a key issue
would be exactly what was said to you.
If criminal charges were to be filed, the prosecutor's
office would take your complaint and decide if
formal charges should be brought.
Another avenue might be to talk with your supervisor
and request that another person assist this customer
in the future.
Good luck!
Journey Beard
Journey Beard
Law Offices of Journey L. Beard
1975 E. Sunrise Blvd., Ste. 726
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