Problem
Public drunkenness
Nature:
Public intoxication, also known as "drunk and disorderly" and "drunk in public", is a summary offense in some countries rated to public cases or displays of drunkenness. Public intoxication laws vary widely by jurisdiction, but usually require an obvious display of intoxicated incompetence or behavior which disrupts public order before the charge is levied.
Incidence:
Many individuals arrested for being drunk in public are alcoholics, homeless, or both.
Broader Problems:
Alcohol intoxicationBehavioural deterioration Narrower Problems:
Drunk drivingDrunken pedestriansUnchecked village rowdiness Aggravates:
Disruptive passenger behaviour Subject(s):
Government → PublicSocietal Problems → Addiction, drug abuse
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST