Weld County Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification Lawyer

Invasion of Privacy of Privacy for Sexual Gratification is associated with peeping tom and voyeurism allegations in Weld County, Colorado. When you are accused of any sex crime, it is essential that you hire an experienced defense attorney to assist you during your case. When someone is accused of this crime, there are allegations that a victim was in a space of privacy, like their home or a restroom, and the accused was either watching or recording the victim while (partially) naked. This crime occurs often in the summer as it becomes warmer. People tend to leave windows and blinds open, and wandering eyes become a little too curious.

What is Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification, C.R.S. 18-3-405.6, in Greeley?

In Greeley, when someone defines Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification, C.R.S. 18-3-405.6, they are stating that someone committed this crime:

A person who knowingly observes or takes a photograph of another person’s intimate parts without that person’s consent, in a situation where the person observed or photographed has a reasonable expectation of privacy, for the purpose of the observer’s own sexual gratification, commits unlawful invasion of privacy for sexual gratification.

Additionally, it is important to know that in this instance, "photograph" refers to:

A photograph, motion picture, videotape, live feed, print, negative, slide, or other mechanically, electronically, or chemically produced or reproduced visual material.

How is Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification Sentenced in Eaton and Dacono?

In Eaton, Dacono, and other cities in Weld County, Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification is either a class 1 misdemeanor or a class 6 felony. In addition, due to the nature of the crime, this is also considered an "extraordinary risk" crime. Because of this, the punishment for the sentence is more severe.

When this crime is committed, it can be charged as a class 1 extraordinary risk misdemeanor. If this crime is a prior offense for unlawful sexual behavior, then it is classified as a class 6 felony. Sometimes the victim is less than 15 years old, and the defendant is more than 4 years older than the victim. It will also be a class 6 extraordinary risk felony in that instance.

A Class 1 Extraordinary Risk Misdemeanor Sentence includes:

  • A fine between $500 and $5,000
  • Weld County Jail time from 6 months to 2 years.

A Class 6 Extraordinary Risk Felony Sentence Includes:

  • A fine between $1,000 and $100,000
  • DOC time from 1 year to 2 years
  • Mandatory Parole for 1 year

Finally, if you're convicted of this sexual crime, you will also have to register as a sex offender and go through treatment. This conviction can follow you around for most, if not all, of your life. That's why you need an experienced defense attorney on your side to protect you and your freedoms.

Defenses to Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification Charges in Johnstown and Lyons

Our expert defense attorneys know how to defend against your charges in Johnstown and Lyons. Sometimes 'victims' are not actually in a space where they have a reasonable expectation of privacy. Sometimes the viewing was not for sexual pleasure or gratification. Having a determined and strong-willed criminal defense attorney will give you a fighting chance at having your consequences lessened or even dropped, depending on the facts of your case.

ARE YOU FACING AN INVASION OF PRIVACY FOR SEXUAL GRATIFICATION CHARGE IN GREELEY OR WELD COUNTY?

Be smart, and exercise your right to remain silent. Call the experienced Sex Crimes defense attorneys at the O’Malley Law Office.

Call 970-616-6009 or fill out the Get Help Now form to meet with an experienced criminal defense lawyer in Weld County and the Greeley area for a free consultation. 

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