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Take Disorderly Conduct Charges Seriously

If you have been charged with disorderly conduct or public intoxication, it is important to do everything possible to either fight or mitigate against these charges. The fines and other penalties can have negative implications on your life, along with the damage that a conviction can have on your permanent record and public image. You need strong, strategic defense from an experienced defense attorney like me, David M. Lurie.

Understanding Disorderly Conduct And Disturbing The Peace Charges

As a trespassing attorney, I defend clients against trespass, disorderly conduct and disturbing the peace charges throughout Missouri, but many of these instances occur in the bars and taverns of the Kansas City power & light district, local casinos and the various event centers in Missouri, including Arrowhead Stadium, Kauffman Stadium, the Sprint Center and other venues.

I represent clients accused of:

Trespass: A trespass conviction requires that you were told to either leave the property or not to enter the property, such as a sports stadium, either through the management telling you not to come back or a posted “no trespass” sign.
Disturbing the peace: Disturbing the peace charges usually involve things like playing music too loudly or other behavior that people find bothersome.
Disorderly conduct: This can be more severe behavior compared to disturbing the peace. Examples can include acting in a disorderly manner, causing a crowd to gather, or getting into a fistfight in a tavern or a sporting venue parking lot.
Public intoxication: Most disturbing the peace and disorderly conduct charges involve some level of public intoxication, and public intoxication can frequently lead to charges involving indecent exposure, urinating in public and other similar charges.

I have had a good deal of success defending against these charges in my 45-plus-year career as a criminal defense lawyer. I have a wealth of experience helping prosecuting attorneys understand the good reasons for lessening or even dismissing the charges. I take time at the beginning of each case to listen to the client, determine the best strategy for defense and find ways to present them in a positive light to the prosecuting attorney to make the best defense possible.

Diversion (Sometimes Called Deferred Prosecution In Other Jurisdictions)

In Missouri, there is a chance for diversionary disposition. In a diversion, you agree to follow the conditions set out for you by the court – similar to probationary conditions – and at the end of the diversionary period, if you successfully completed the terms, the prosecutor will dismiss the case against you. This means that you will not have a criminal conviction on your record; you will be able to say, honestly, that you were never found guilty, nor pleaded guilty of committing this crime.

FAQ On Trespassing And Disorderly Conduct

Trespassing and disorderly conduct can be confusing, but with decades of experience, I can help you get the answers you need. Before we talk, read the answers to some of the questions my clients ask the most.

What is the most common punishment for disorderly conduct?

Can come in a range of charges, and the specifics of a charge are hard to gauge without knowing the exact specifics of the crime. That said, the most common outcome of a disorderly conduct charge is “disturbing the peace” which can be a Class B Misdemeanor. This can lead to a fine of up to $1000 and potentially 6 months in jail.

What kind of attorney do I need for trespassing?

For any charge of trespassing, your lawyer should be well versed in the statutes of Missouri and Kansas City at large. You should be able to ask them questions and get answers that you need to the most vital questions you have.

I do this routinely for my clients, but my service goes beyond answering questions and knowing the law. I listen to you about your worries for your future after these charges, and then I give you thoughtful advice on you defense and next steps.

Is it illegal to point a laser at an airplane or cop car?

Yes. According to Title 18 of the United States Code, aiming a laser pointer at an aircraft is against the law:

(a) OFFENSE: whoever knowingly aims the beam of a laser pointer at an aircraft in the special aircraft jurisdiction of the United States, or at the flight path of such an aircraft, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than five years, or both.

In Kansas City, Missouri Municipal Court, if the aircraft happens to be a police helicopter, a defendant will most likely get charged with assaulting a police officer – since Kansas City, Missouri City Ordinances, nor the Missouri State Statutes, have a separate violation for illegally pointing a laser beam at an aircraft. If you have been charged with a crime related to pointing a laser at a police vehicle or aircraft, speak with an attorney who handles these cases.

Reach Out Today for A Free Consultation

I offer free initial consultations so you can talk with a lawyer to learn more about your rights and options. Call my office at 816-221-5900 or contact me online.