OUJI-CR 6-15

(PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS/INTOXICATION)/
(DISTURBING THE PEACE) - ELEMENTS

No person may be convicted of public drunkenness/ intoxication unless the State has proved beyond a reasonable doubt each element of the crime. These elements are:

First, that the defendant was intoxicated; and

Second, in a public place.

OR

First, that the defendant was drunk/intoxicated; and

Second, disturbed the peace of any person.

Statutory Authority; 37A O.S. 2021, § 6-101(A)(8); (D).

Notes on Use

The trial court should modify this instruction as appropriate for prosecutions for public consumption of alcohol or other intoxicants. 37A O.S. 2021, § 6-101(A)(8); (D)

(2024 Supp.)