Pittsburgh Lawyer to Defend Against Disorderly Conduct

Disorderly Conduct.
Disorderly conduct is one of the least serious
charges that one can face. Often, the DA will
offer that you plea to disorderly conduct as a
bargain that allows you to plea down from a
more serious charge. That said, a conviction for
disorderly conduct goes on your record. It will
take at least five years before you can get it
expunged.

Know Your Defenses
It is not unusual for police to abuse their
authority by using a charge for disorderly
conduct as a "catch all" for any conduct that
the officer finds subjectively offensive. In many
instances, the courts will dismiss a claim for
disorderly conduct that is too speculative.

You Have Rights
The First Amendment prevents the prosecutor
from prosecuting you for matters that relate to
free speech or acts of personal expression. For
example, you can use the "F" word to a police
officer. Likewise, charges brought against you on
the recommendation of another private citizen
(such as a neighbor) may not result in a
conviction if you stand up for your rights and
show that you may appeal the district justice
(magistrate) decision.

FREE Consultation.
Our Pittsburgh lawyers are here to advise you
about your rights in Allegheny and Beaver
County. Give us a call and see if it makes sense
to have an attorney represent you at your
hearing.

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