Defense Lawyer Helps With Disrupting Meetings and Processions (N.J.S.A. 2C:33-8) Charges
It is a disorderly persons offense in New Jersey to take actions to physically obstruct or impede a lawful gathering of people.
Under Disrupting Meetings and Processions (N.J.S.A. 2C:33-8), you can be charged when you engage in conduct that physically interferes with a lawful meeting. Sometimes the charge can be levied as part of a larger indictment, such as if a fight breaks out, and in other cases there may even be First Amendment issues that the court must consider in addressing whether your conduct can be considered a violation.
Conviction on a disorderly persons offense can include jail time of up to six months, so it’s important that you face your charges with an experienced attorney at your side.
If you need help with Disrupting Meetings and Processions charges, call attorney Matthew Reisig today at 732-625-9661 for a free consultation with an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney.
