Alabama Criminal Code Threatening another person. Disturbing the peace and/or making loud noise. Using obscene language or directing an obscene gesture at another person. Unlawfully disturbing a meeting or public gathering.
A disorderly conduct conviction can stay on your record for many years or permanently in some cases if you do not take action.
This could be a civil case, not a criminal one. Disorderly Conduct: If the yelling disrupts the peace and tranquility of the area, it might be considered disorderly conduct. This is typically a criminal offense.
Examples of such behavior include, but are not limited to: being drunk in public, loitering, fighting, making loud or disturbing noise(s), making offensive expressions or gestures, and damaging public or private property. The offense is a misdemeanor in most states and usually involves some public element or impact.
A guilty finding or conviction for disorderly conduct and related offenses may result in significant monetary fines, along with jail time. For example, a criminal conviction for a Class C misdemeanor like disorderly conduct in Alabama could result in up to three months in jail, along with a monetary fine of up to $500.
Your patience is appreciated.As a general rule, my recommendation to people is to plead not guilty at your first court appearance/arraignment. It is the prosecution that has the burden of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, not the defendant that has to prove they are innocent.
Disorderly conduct records are a blot on your criminal record that can follow you for years to come, potentially affecting various aspects of your future prospects.
Disorderly conduct crimes are charged as misdemeanors. Penalties for a disorderly conduct conviction, such as accusations of being drunk in public, can lead to a fine of up to $1,000, up to six months in county jail, or both.