Accused of or charged with disorderly conduct? You may face misdemeanor charges and penalties of up to 12 months in jail and/or a fine of up to $1,000 if you are convicted.

Let me start by saying, in this case 12 months &/or $1000 would seem very stringent, however the regulation covers a broad spectrum so over all I don't believe they are too strict (Particularly when looking at the last item)

Acts of a nature so as to corrupt public morals
Acts that outrage the sense of public decency
Acts that affect the peace and quiet of those who witness them
Brawling or fighting

Now to address how I would handle it . . .

If I could be "judge for a day" Interpreting the existing laws I would do a short house arrest & probation, 2 weeks followed by 2 months perhaps? Depending on his abilities some community service may be available too.

If I could be "king for a day" and do with laws as I see fit I would say "Freedom of Expression!" Have a nice day. I would make a pretty laid back king . . .
Source(s):
http://www.muscalaw.com/South_Florida_Criminal_Defense/Disorderly_Conduct.a...

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