Key Definitions in Public Order Act 1986 Flashcards
1
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Abusive
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Using insulting or degrading language
2
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Alarm
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A state of surprise, fright, fear, terror and panic.
3
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Behaviour
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A display of conduct involving treatment of other.
4
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Disorderly behaviour
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Rowdy, unruly, boisterous, loud, raucous, or unrestrained conduct.
5
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Display
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To show or exhibit for all to see, such as placing a sign or poster in a window.
6
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Distress
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A feeling of suffering, anguish and misery.
7
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Distribute
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To hand out, share out, give out, or issue to a particular person or people, not just simply leave lying about or displayed.
8
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Harassment
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A feeling of annoyance, persecution, irritation, and aggravation.
9
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Threatening
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A physical or verbal act which indicates that harm will be inflicted. It can also include violent conduct.
