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Disorderly Conduct in Laws in St. Louis and Missouri
Charges for disorderly conduct stem from a large amount of activities someone might do that can be seen as "disturbing the peace" under Missouri Revised Statute §574.010.
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Some of the activities that fit under this charge include, but are by no means limited to:
- Disruptive or inconvenient behavior, including loud noises
- Offensive/obscene/racially-insensitve language that has the potential to result in violence (aka "fighting words")
- Public drunkeness
- Public misconduct
- Engaging in a disruptive protest
- Disturbing an assembly, including religious services
- Fighting in a public place
- Inciting a riot
- Obstructing traffic
- Urinating in public
- Loitering
- Vandalizing an institution (such as a cemetary, school, or place of worship)
No matter the circumstances that led to you being charged with disorderly conduct, hiring a criminal defense lawyer in St. Louis is the most important decision you can make regarding your case. You will want to hire an attorney who fights fearlessly and vigorously on your behalf, but also understands your unique situation and regularly keeps you abreast of your case's progress. In addition, you should look for a law firm in St. Louis, MO with a proven track record of getting optimal outcomes for their clients, and has a sterling reputation both amongst past clients and the Missouri legal community.
