Which offense is described as 'Proceedings by Disorderly Conduct' and can be a Class A misdemeanor or Felony 3 if attempted?

• A. Proceedings by Disorderly Conduct
• B. Interference with Public Duties
• C. Evading Arrest or Detention
• D. Abuse of Official Capacity

Answer: (A)

Disrupting an official proceeding is the focus here. Proceedings by Disorderly Conduct covers actions that interrupt a court or official proceeding, and it carries a Class A misdemeanor punishment. If someone attempts to commit this offense, the law raises the penalty to a Felony of the third degree, reflecting the seriousness of trying to interfere with the judicial process. The other offenses describe different misconduct—interfering with public duties targets obstructing a public servant, evading arrest or detention covers fleeing from law enforcement, and abuse of official capacity involves misusing one’s authority. None describe disrupting proceedings, so the offense described as Proceedings by Disorderly Conduct is the correct fit.