disorderly conduct

noun

, Law.

1. any of various petty misdemeanors, generally including nuisances, breaches of the peace, offensive or immoral conduct in public, etc.

disorderly conduct

noun

1. law any of various minor offences tending to cause a disturbance of the peace

Word History and Origins

Origin of disorderly conduct¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

Homeless people were being arrested for trespassing, disorderly conduct and drug offenses.

From Los Angeles Times

In 2002, Chambers also pleaded guilty to a disorderly conduct charge in a separate incident in Harrisburg.

From Los Angeles Times

Howell-Egan is in the midst of a university “resolution process” for allegedly violating USC codes of conduct during protests — obstructing campus safety officers, failing to comply with officer instructions and disorderly conduct.

From Los Angeles Times

Michael Sparks, 47, was convicted of civil disorder, disorderly conduct and other related charges at trial in March.

From BBC

The woman, who was later arrested and charged with disorderly conduct, reportedly argued with a separate couple who walked out of the restaurant amid the dispute.

From Salon

Related Words

• hooliganism