Disorderly Conduct Lawyer in Phoenix, Arizona
There are many different scenarios under which a person can be charged with disorderly conduct. Because the laws regarding disorderly conduct are written so broadly, many police officers use disorderly conduct as a charge of last resort when they are determined to make an arrest of an individual. A charge of disorderly conduct can be filed as either a misdemeanor or a felony which might be determined by whether a gun or other weapon was involved in the incident. Phoenix Criminal Lawyer Joshua S. Davidson has handled hundreds of such cases between his time as a prosecutor and a Phoenix defense attorney, including cases ranging from unreasonable noise to the reckless discharge of firearm.
The most common disorderly conduct charges in Phoenix arise from an allegation that the defendant does any of the following with the intent to disturb the peace:
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Creates unreasonable noise
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Produces a protracted display or commotion with the intent of disturbing a meeting or the completion of a business transaction
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Brandishes, fires or handles a gun or other weapon while acting recklessly
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Participates in significantly disruptive behavior, fighting or violent activity
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Attempts to provoke another person into a physical confrontation by being verbally offensive or using abusive gestures
Disorderly Conduct Charges in Phoenix
Depending on the particular allegations of a Phoenix disorderly conduct case, the criminal act could be charged as either a felony or a misdemeanor. There are many domestic violence cases that result in the filing of disorderly conduct charges in Phoenix. Although most of these are charged as misdemeanors, a conviction could carry potential long term consequences such as probation or jail and could prevent you from being able to legally possess a gun, rifle, or other firearm. Disorderly conduct cases in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa and Glendale that involve a deadly weapon are typically filed in court as felony offenses and may result in a mandatory prison sentence upon conviction.
If you are facing disorderly conduct charges in Phoenix, it is critical that you have an aggressive criminal defense attorney at your side who will vigorously fight to protect your rights. Joshua S. Davidson has the experience to evaluate your Phoenix disorderly conduct case and help you develop effective defense strategies that could mean the difference between freedom and prison.
When facing disorderly conduct charges, Phoenix Defense Lawyer Joshua S. Davidson is your voice in court. Contact him today for your free initial consultation.