Following a pick-up basketball game between high school students,Rod approaches Kevin and accuses him of dirty play.Kevin tells Rod,"You're just a no talent sore loser." Rod responds by shoving Kevin to the ground.Kevin is not hurt.Rod has committed:

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Rod has committed assault by contact, as he intentionally made physical contact with Kevin in a way that could be considered offensive or harmful. It doesn't matter that Kevin wasn't seriously hurt; the key is that Rod should have known the shove would be offensive or unwanted.  While deadly conduct and terroristic threat both involve the potential for serious harm or injury, those offenses require more specific elements (such as using a weapon or making a specific verbal threat).

Following a Pick-Up Basketball Game Between High School Students,Rod Approaches