Massachusetts Disturbing the Peace Laws

In Massachusetts disturbing the peace is a charge that fits most situations.  In order for the prosecution to prove that a defendant was disturbing the peace, the prosecution needs to prove several things.  To prove disturbing the peace, the prosecution must prove that the defendant engaged in conduct that most people would find unreasonably disruptive.  The defendant’s disturbing the peace conduct was done intentionally.  And finally, the defendant’s disturbing the peace conduct annoyed or disturbed at least one person.

Massachusetts Disturbing the Peace Lawyer

In Massachusetts, if you are convicted of a disturbing the peace charge, you face the maximum of a fine.  However, most people who are charged with disturbing the peace also face more serious charges.  Because the disturbing law is so broad, anyone can really be charged with this crime.  Being charged with disturbing the peace could also have a negative impact on your reputation, employment and life. Attorney Jason Chan has the experience to deal with your disturbing the peace case.

Call Attorney Jason Chan today at 508-808-8902 to talk about your disturbing the peace case.