Disorderly Conduct Crimes Attorney In Hamilton County Offering Decisive Defense

Last updated on August 28, 2026

Disorderly conduct is a crime that can be loosely defined as any action that disturbs the peace of others. If you are charged with disorderly conduct in Indiana, it can result in fines, probation and potentially even jail time.

Because disorderly conduct can cover a broad range of actions, it is a good idea to have representation from Shircliff Law LLC to help figure out what you are charged with and why. In Indiana, in order to prove disorderly conduct in court, the prosecution must be able to prove intent or that the person knowingly committed the behavior.

I’m attorney David Shircliff, and I have been practicing criminal defense law for more than 30 years. I have handled over 180 cases, including disorderly conduct cases, and have managed to gain many positive outcomes. I know the law and how to fight the charges against you to get them reduced or even dropped.

My law firm offers free consultations to new clients where we will discuss your individual case and what I can do to help. Disorderly conduct can be a confusing charge and no one should go without the legal defense they need and deserve.

Call me today at 317-516-6487 to schedule your consultation.

What Is Disorderly Conduct?

Unlike most crimes, disorderly conduct is not isolated to a single crime, instead it is a collection of disruptive or aggravating behaviors. However, there are a few primary examples of causes for a disorderly conduct charge.

• Loud or disruptive noises
• Fighting or other unruly conduct
• Being drunk in public
• Public urination
• Discharging a firearm
• Disrupting a lawful assembly
• Trespassing

The statute for disorderly conduct divides the potential crimes into groupings based on severity. Crimes that are considered more along the lines of a nuisance are penalized lower than those that are deemed to threaten public security. It may seem like disorderly conduct is a minor charge and that legal representation isn’t necessary, but depending on how and where the crime was committed, the punishment can be much more severe.

The official statute lists many other offenses as disorderly conduct, meaning that it can be difficult to understand the nature of the statute and determine whether or not you have actually broken the law. This is why hiring Shircliff Law LLC is an excellent choice to make sure you are treated fairly by the criminal justice system.