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MisdemeanorCalifornia · Penal Code § 415

Disturbing the Peace

Fighting in public, making very loud noise on purpose, or using fighting words.

Less serious. Up to 1 year in county jail.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

  1. 1You fought in public, made loud noise, or used words likely to start a fight.
  2. 2You did it on purpose.

Possible punishment

Up to 90 days jail and/or up to $400 fine. Sometimes an infraction.