Is it considered assault to squirt someone with a watergun?

Question

Is it considered assault to squirt someone with a watergun?

Answer 1

dont think so

Answer 2

It can be a battery - which can be committed by physical harm or provoking or insulting act in nature.

You could be arrested - depending on your intent and the perception of the other person.

Answer 3

some kid 3 yrs ago got his head blown off because he confronts an innocent bystander with a water gun that looks like a real gun.

Answer 4

In Missouri, causing any unwanted physical contact is assault.  This includes spitting, throwing things, etc.

The same rule could be applied to a watergun, I suppose.

Answer 5

This could fall under a few categories depending upon what circumstance had occurred:  Harassment, Disturbing the Peace or an Assault charge if you squirt someone in the eye or something... causing them injury.