Whittington v. State

SHEPARD, Chief Justice.

Appellant Eric Whittington was prosecuted for battery and disorderly conduct arising out of a domestic altercation. Although acquitted of battery, he was convicted of disorderly conduct, based on his loud speaking during the police investigation of the incident. He appeals that conviction. We affirm.

I. Facts

The evidence at trial tended to show that Whittington had been drinking when he came home from work on March 12, 1998. He soon began to argue with his sister, who lived with him, and her boyfriend, who may also have lived in the apartment. At some point, Whittington…