Battery of a Child refers to which offense when a baby is involved and a soiled diaper is thrown?

• A. Battery of a Child
• B. Assault
• C. Child Endangerment
• D. Domestic Violence

Answer: (A)

Intentionally touching a child in a harmful or offensive way is the essence of Battery of a Child. Throwing a soiled diaper at a baby involves direct, intentional physical contact with a minor, and that offensive touching fits this offense even if no lasting injury occurs. The other offenses don’t fit as well: assault centers on threats or attempts to cause harm rather than actual touching; child endangerment focuses on placing a child in danger or neglecting them; domestic violence requires a relationship with the victim, such as family or household members. So this scenario clearly aligns with Battery of a Child.