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If you are experiencing disorderly conduct charges, getting help from an experienced criminal defense lawyer in Camden County is crucial to protect your future. Disorderly conduct charges can adversely affect one’s life for years to come, even if they are not found guilty. Disorderly conduct charges in Camden County are widespread and ambiguous, and anyone under investigation should act fast by seeking a defense attorney that will help them avoid the legal challenges associated with violating N.J.S.A. 2C:33-2.
At the Spodek Law Group, we have offices across New Jersey, including Cherry Hill. Our seasoned criminal defense attorneys can provide expert counsel to save you from fines, community service/jail time, and even criminal records that may harm your prospects in the long run. You can contact us today for a free initial consultation at 888-977-7155.
The New Jersey Disorderly Conduct Law N.J.S.A. 2C:33-2 defines three different circumstances that could lead to disorderly conduct charges in Camden County. Two of these conditions fall under wrongful behavior while the third relates to using indelicate language.
Both circumstances must take place in public places likely to cause chaos or alarm any members of the public or groups of people accessing such places as schools, highways, transport facilities, apartments buildings or amusement parks.
Below is a more detailed explanation of each kind of indecent practice that someone may face when charged with disorderly conduct across Camden County:
| Disorderly Conduct Charge for Improper Behavior | Disorderly Conduct Violation for Offensive Language |
|---|---|
| First category: Any person threatened or engaged in violent, tumultuous conducts | The second category of disorderly conduct for offensive language |
| Second category: Creating hazardous, unsafe conditions with no legitimate reason or purpose | This relates to the use of offensive language aimed at offending the sensibilities in public places. |
The defendant must have intended or recklessly created a risk of causing public disadvantage, inconvenience, alarm or chaos in both situations above.
If the charge is connected to violent, tumultuous behavior such as fighting or threatening, verbal and non-verbal aggressive behavior can be included. On the other hand, the conduct can cause substantial uproar yet is not explicitly defined by law. It occurs when two or more people participate in brawls.
When it comes to using language that causes public outrage or heartfelt offenses to those who hear them, utterance takes place out of an extreme gross manner presented unacceptably loudly despite presenting a considerable probability of provoking immediate peace violation. In this case, one needs to consider applicable constitutional provisions protecting free speech rights.
If we cross reference all factors presented above and conclude that violators are indeed guilty of disorderly conduct charges—they may face fines ranging up to $1,000 and/or county jail terms lasting 6 months.
Disorderly conduct falls under a disorderly persons offense with significant impacts on the diaries and records of affected parties. Having past criminal records limits opportunities as they may crop up during future background checks which will scare off employers and landlords alike.
Todd Spodek provides relief representation for charged persons located in Pennsauken, Sicily Hill, Lindenwold, Collingswood and beyond who need help with disorderly conduct cases. Our committed team of criminal defense attorneys specializes in providing one-on-one legal services to protect your long-term interest prospects for free.
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