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Can I Spank My Children, Legally?

Filed under: Criminal Law Tags: by Steven F. Fairlie @ August 2, 2011

Most Americans believe spanking has its place.  According to a recent ABCNEWS poll the public, by a 2-1 margin, approves of spanking children in principle. But what are the laws surrounding this issue? Generally, when you strike another you can be liable for assault and battery (among other offenses). However, there are a few exceptions […]

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