§ 130.21 OFFENSE OF DOMESTIC ASSAULT.
   (A)   For the purpose of this chapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
      DATING RELATIONSHIP. Frequent, intimate associations primarily characterized by the expectation of affectional involvement. DATING RELATIONSHIP does not include a casual relationship or an ordinary fraternization between two individuals in a business or social context.
   (B)   A person who assaults or assaults and batters his or her spouse or former spouse, an individual with whom he or she has or has had a dating relationship, an individual with whom he or she has had a child in common, or a resident or former resident of his or her household is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 93 days, a fine of not more than $500, or both.    
(Ord. 370-9-94, passed 9-19-94; Am. Ord. 455-9-99, passed 9-20-99; Am. Ord. 519-08-03, passed 8-4-03)