Is intoxication a misdemeanor?

Answer by  technogeek (6640)

It is not against the law to be intoxicated. If you have one too many in the house and then go to bed, you are fine. However, If you are outside intoxicated, or you are intoxicated in public, particularly if you are doing something where your senses need to be sharpened, then it is against the law.

Answer by  Vladimir (459)

In some jurisdictions, intoxication is a misdemeanor. For example, under the state laws of Texas, public intoxication is a class c misdemeanor- which may be charged by citation in place of a custodial arrest, and can result in a $500 fine upon conviction. In other jurisdictions, public intoxication may be sub-misdemeanor offense such as a violation or infraction.