when two individuals intentionally and consensually engage in a fair fight
Originally added to courts so you wouldn't get a murder charge when engaging in a duel in the 1800s
Coke dealer: I challenge you to a duel
Drunk guy: mutual combat isn't even legal here, don't kick my ass
A bullshit, democratic word used to justify shooting at cops when people are breaking the law.
A Southside Chicago gang started a Mutual Combat by shooting at cops because the police would not let them sell crack and rob the liquor store.