Not according to the Merriam-Websters Dictionary of Law. Violence not required.

Originally Posted by Jeff_O
insurrection n

: the act or an instance of revolting esp. violently against civil or political authority or against an established government
;also
: the crime of inciting or engaging in such revolt [whoever incites, sets on foot, assists, or engages in any rebellion or against the authority of the United States…


Source: Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law ©1996. Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Published under license with Merriam-Webster, Incorporated.


The use of the term “esp.” indicates it’s not a requirement that it be violent, as does the rest of the definition.

I stand by my (correct) extemporaneous guess. I was just trying to be expeditious.

Question… do you guys EVER get tired of all the “winning” against me?! I almost feel guilty sometimes. Like I’m being mean.

Last edited by Jeff_O; 08/18/23.
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