Public Disorder
/ˈpʌblɪk dɪsˈɔːrdər/
Definitions
- (n.) A criminal offense involving acts that disturb the peace, incite violence, or disrupt public order in a community.
The protest escalated into public disorder, leading to several arrests.
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Commentary
Public disorder laws often balance maintaining public safety with protecting rights to assembly and free speech.
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