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If someone says something that incites violence or physical harm, they have violated their free amendment right.  Which violation would they be charged with?Group of answer choicesobscenitieshate speechfighting wordsdefamation

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If someone says something that incites violence or physical harm, they have violated their free amendment right.  Which violation would they be charged with?Group of answer choicesobscenitieshate speechfighting wordsdefamation

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The violation they would be charged with is "fighting words". This term refers to speech that incites violence or has the potential to provoke a violent reaction from others. It's important to note that the First Amendment does not protect such speech.

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