### Question
How does the law define strangling?


### Answer
Under *18 U.S.C. § 113*, **strangling** is defined as:

> intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly impeding the normal breathing or circulation of the blood of a person by applying pressure to the throat or neck, regardless of whether that conduct results in any visible injury or whether there is any intent to kill or protractedly injure the victim

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 113*
  - Heading: **PART I-CRIMES > CHAPTER 7-ASSAULT**

