Public Disturbance Reporting Guidelines

Summary

In New York, causing a public disturbance without committing a crime may not result in police action if the individual leaves before officers arrive. Harmless behavior is generally not pursued by law enforcement. If the situation does not escalate or involve illegal activity, it is unlikely to require further legal intervention.

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What would happen if someone was walking around clapping their hands talking to themselves and then someone took out their phone to call the cops but the person clapping his hands left before the cops came
In New York, if someone is reported for causing a public disturbance but leaves before the police arrive, the police may not pursue them further unless there's evidence of a crime. If the behavior seemed harmless, it might not lead to any action. Do you think the situation could escalate or need legal assistance?
And also after they left the scene they stopped doing what they were doing.
It sounds like the situation might not escalate further since the person stopped their behavior and left the scene. In New York, unless there's evidence of a crime or harm, the police typically won't pursue harmless behavior. Is there any other aspect of this incident you'd like help with?