Define individual disorderly conduct. What problems have states had with writing laws regarding individual disorderly conduct?
What will be an ideal response?
Wisconsin's "disorderly conduct" statute follows Blackstone: "Whoever, in a public or private place, engages in violent, abusive, indecent, profane, boisterous, unreasonably loud or otherwise disorderly conduct under circumstances in which the conduct tends to cause or provoke a disturbance is guilty of a Class B misdemeanor.". (Wisconsin Criminal Code 2003, § 947.01) The problem with Wisconsin's statute, and those of most states with similar statutes, is twofold. First, they're too vague to give individuals and law enforcement officers notice of what the law prohibits. Second, neither requires mens rea.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Who among the following is NOT a part of the courtroom workgroup?
A. The defense attorney B. The police officer C. The judge D. The prosecutor