If I am watching a fight, can I be arrested for just watching it?

Question

i'm just curious because i've heard yes and no. i'm not planning on watching one i'm just wondering.

Answer 1

Yes you can if the person is defenseless and you do nothing to help you are just as guilty dont you have better things to do?

Answer 2

No..

Answer 3

No, but if someone gets murdered and you didn't help to prevent it, possibly. Or the police can hold you as a witness to an assault and battery.

Answer 4

If you're in a law enforcement or EMS capacity---you likely won't be arrested unless the fight turns fatal.  You will however be charged with malfeasance and likely face job termination.

If you are a civillian, it's best to let the police handle the situation.  But here's the rub: If it's clearly evident the fight may turn deadly ( one or both fighters weild dangerous weapons ) and you stand around to watch someone die---THEN you might face felony manslaughter charges.