Indecent Exposure is usually a misdemeanor sex offense charge in Greeley and Weld County. An Indecent Exposure charge, along with any sex offense, is taken very seriously in Colorado. While it may seem less severe than other sexual offenses, this charge should still be taken very seriously, as it can have long lasting consequences.
Erie Indecent Exposure Defense Lawyer: How is Indecent Exposure Charged in Colorado
The Erie, Colorado law definition of Indecent Exposure – C.R.S. 18-7-302 – is:
(a) If he or she knowingly exposes his or her genitals to the view of any person under circumstances in which such conduct is likely to cause affront or alarm to the other person with the intent to arouse or to satisfy the sexual desire of any person;
(b) If he or she knowingly performs an act of masturbation in a manner which exposes the act to the view of any person under circumstances in which such conduct is likely to cause affront or alarm to the other person.
Sentence for Indecent Exposure in Milliken and Johnstown
In Milliken, Johnstown, and across Colorado, Indecent Exposure is usually charged as a class 1 misdemeanor. This level misdemeanor is punishable by up to 364 days in the Weld County Jail. If aggravated circumstances exist, Indecent Exposure can be charged as a class 6 felony. Indecent Exposure is a felony crime if one of the following exist:
- The person has two or more prior convictions for this crime or a comparable crime out of another state; or
- There was a child (15 or younger) in view of the act and the actor is more than 18 years old and four or more years older than said child.
If you or someone you love has been charged with Indecent Exposure, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent and contact the best criminal defense attorneys from the O’Malley Law Office at 970-616-6009 to schedule a free initial consultation. Together, we can protect your future.
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