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To have criminal charges dropped requires a person to contact local DA/prosecutor (state attorney who filed the charges) and ask them to drop the case, as they are the only person who can drop the case. Their contact information can usually be obtained by calling and asking local court.
Does disorderly conduct come up on a background check? Yes. Disorderly conduct is usually charged as a misdemeanor, though it may be elevated to a felony, such as if a person falsely shouts “fire” in a crowded place. Misdemeanors and felonies both come up on criminal background checks.
It can affect your future prospects 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.
A disorderly conduct conviction can stay on your record for many years or permanently in some cases if you do not take action.
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.
While the penalties you face may not include jail time, a disorderly conduct conviction will mean having a criminal record. It's typically not a felony, but having to explain the circumstances of charges of disorderly conduct to a potential employer or anyone who asks can make your life harder.