The version of assault and battery you're describing involves elements of intimidation and fear rather than physical harm. In legal terms, this is often classified as "assault" rather than "battery."
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Assault typically refers to the act of threatening or causing someone to fear imminent physical harm. It can occur without physical contact. For example, if someone raises a fist in a threatening manner, that could be considered assault.
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Battery, on the other hand, involves actual physical contact—intentionally causing harm to another person.
When peers or acquaintances intimidate someone or induce fear through threats or menacing behavior, it can fall under "assault", and in some jurisdictions, it could also relate to "harassment" or "bullying."
If this behavior occurs in a group context, it might also be referred to as "peer intimidation" or "group harassment." Depending on the context and the severity of the actions, different legal consequences may apply.
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