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May 11, 2008
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The charge of public intoxication requires that the person be intoxicated to the degree that he/she is a danger to him/herself or another person. Being publicly intoxicated makes a person vulnerable to robbery, assault, and a number of other difficulties.

Public intoxication may also be known as "drunk and disorderly conduct" or "drunken disorderly."

 

 

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Public intoxication is the appearance of a person who is under the influence of drugs or alcohol in a place open to the general public. In most American jurisdictions, public intoxication is considered a misdemeanor, and in some states, alcoholism is a defense if the offender agrees to attend a treatment program. Seek help if you or someone you know may be an alcoholic.

Have you or someone you know been charged with public intoxication? If so, contact one of our drunk driving lawyers in your area today!

Also known as 'drunk and disorderly conduct', public intoxication is hazardous to the both the offender and those in his environment. However, being intoxicated in public is not enough for an arrest to be made. The offender must fulfill one of three criteria to be arrested for 'drunk and disorderly conduct'.

Criteria for a Public Intoxication Arrest:

  • Causing a public disturbance
  • Being dangerous to those around
  • Being a threat to the well being of oneself
Most people arrested for public intoxication are taken to jail until their sober up. A fine is usually issued the following morning when they are let out. More severe punishments will be issued if violence, damage, or injury to others occurred.

Have you or someone you know been charged with public intoxication? If so, contact one of our drunk driving attorneys in your area today!

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