breach of the peace

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Marshall, from Carluke in South Lanarkshire, was on remand for unpaid fines and breach of the peace charges when he experienced a mental health crisis.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

Another person was arrested for a breach of the peace.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

The Chesterfield County deputies were charged Monday with misconduct in office, criminal conspiracy and aggravated breach of the peace, according to the warrants from the State Law Enforcement Division.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 13, 2024

He had been placed on remand for 30 days before his next court date on breach of the peace charges.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2024

The only exception is as to indictable crimes, such as treason, felony and breach of the peace.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 6 "Armour Plates" to "Arundel, Earls of" by Various