Nashville Disorderly Conduct
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Often times a disorderly conduct charge accompanies an alcohol charge, if not handled properly it may stay on your record for the remainder of your life. So what is disorderly conduct? The State of Tennessee defines it as the following:
A person commits an offense who in a public place and with intent to cause public annoyance or alarm:
(1) Engages in fighting or violent or threatening behavior;
(2) Refuses to obey an official order to disperse issued to maintain public safety in dangerous proximity to fire, hazard or other emergency; or
(3) Creates a hazardous or physically offensive condition by any act that swerves no legitimate purpose.
(b) A person also violates this section who makes unreasonable noise that prevents others from carrying on lawful activities.
As one can see, disorderly conduct in Tennessee can cover a broad sweeping area, there are defenses to the charge and other alternatives to pleading guilty and having a record the remainder of your life. Please feel free to phone the office so that we may assist you. You may reach us at toll free 1 (877) 271-2633 or local at (615) 308-2633.
Daniel L. McMurtry, Esq.
