Massachusetts Disorderly Conduct Defense Attorneys

Under Massachusetts law, if you cause a disturbance which creates a public hazard, and serves no legitimate purpose, you can be charged with a disorderly person offense, also known as disorderly conduct.

Massachusetts G.L. c. 272, §53 states how one, with the purpose of causing public inconvenience, annoyance or alarm, or recklessly creating a risk by engaging in fighting or threatening, or in a violent or tumultuous way, who creates a hazardous or physically offensive condition by an act that serves no legitimate purpose, has violated the statute.

Oftentimes, police officers will arrest a criminal defendant for three different charges:  (1) assault & battery on a police officer, (2) disorderly conduct, and (3) resisting arrest.  Referred to by our attorneys as "The Three-Pack," it's simply a way for law enforcement to stack the number of charges on each complaint, only to later provide the District Attorney with bargaining power during the plea bargaining process.

Most often, it boils down to the police feeling you are being disruptive or a nuisance to them.  If you annoy them for any reason, you could be arrested and charged - regardless of the legitimacy of the facts.

You've Been Arrested for Disorderly Conduct.
Now What?

You're probably like most people in Massachusetts arrested for disorderly conduct.  You don't really know the right thing to do about it, and you don't know whether or not you can win if you fight your charges.

For both of these reasons, our Founder and Lead Attorney, Irwin M. Pollack would like to offer you a free consultation to review your case and give you some advice and information on your charge.

If you would like to meet with our attorneys, we will be happy to set up an appointment with you.  That way you'll be able to learn all you need to know about your situation. 

This conference is free to you, will last about half an hour, and there is no further obligation at all.  In fact, until you agree, in writing, to hire our firm, you will never owe us any money.

To arrange for your free consultation, you can call us at (800) 461-6900.  Someone from our offices will get back to you as soon as possible.

Our Attorneys Present a Zealous Defense

• In some cases, we'll show how the arresting officer was mistaken and overestimated any potential disorder. 


• In others, if you were angry and yelling - even if that person is a police officer - that, by itself is not sufficient to sustain a disorderly conduct charge.  You are absolutely permitted to express yourself and exercise your first amendment right to free speech.


• In another, we may advocate that "Disorderly Conduct" is a vague offense, leaving plenty of room for our attorneys to use our time-tested defense strategies and get your charges dismissed.

If you are convicted of disorderly conduct in Massachusetts, it is punishable by up to 6 months in jail.  Any Massachusetts criminal charge is serious, and having a criminal record can affect you for the rest of your life.  It makes sense to find out how you can fight the charges and get a dismissal, and not have to worry about the future impact of even a minor charge.

Confused As to WHY You Were
Arrested for Disorderly Conduct?

An extremely simple, yet really vague definition, disorderly conduct is open to interpretation.  It is easy to see how many different behaviors could be lumped together as "disorderly conduct".   It would be our task, as your criminal defense attorneys, to show the court that your behavior did not fit this vague criterion.

Disorderly Conduct Charges are Serious Business.
If You Need Attorneys Who Fight to Win, Call Us

We are fearless in the courtroom.  Our attorneys cross-examine victims, challenge the evidence, and are tireless in our pursuit of justice.

Whether it's at night or over the weekend, call our criminal defense attorneys right now - (800) 461-6900. 

If you or a loved one has been arrested and is awaiting release from custody, we can help.  Some clients need the help of a friend or family member when it comes to legal fees , and we can work under those conditions.  If you haven't been arrested, call us to help you review the police report or answer your many questions.