What is the term used to describe an individual who is intoxicated and causing a disturbance?

The term that most accurately describes an individual who is intoxicated and causing a disturbance is "disorderly conduct." This legal term refers to behavior that disrupts public peace or safety, which can include a variety of actions such as being intoxicated in a public place and engaging in behavior that alarms or disturbs others.

Public intoxication specifically pertains to the state of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs in a public space but doesn't encompass the full spectrum of disturbing behaviors that may arise from that state. Disturbing the peace, while related, is more about the overall impact on public tranquility rather than focusing specifically on the individual’s intoxication.

Thus, when referring to someone who is not only intoxicated but also causing a disturbance, "disorderly conduct" is the more precise and legally recognized term to use.