L. B. v. State

The appellant, a juvenile, appeals an adjudication of delinquency on a charge of battery. The questions presented on the appeal challenge (1) the sufficiency of the evidence to sustain a battery and (2) the legality of the detention by a security guard pursuant to Section 901.34, Florida Statutes (1975) 1.

Our review of the record in the light of appellant’s contentions shows that no error appears. As to the sufficiency of the evidence, it is clear that the force used in a criminal battery need not be sufficient to injure. See Section 784.03, Florida Statutes (1975); and Restatement, Second,…