A person can be accused of Indecent Exposure in Greeley for flashing someone their genitalia in a sexual manner or for masturbating in public. If a man is caught masturbating in his car, whether he is covered or completely exposed, he can be charged with this crime. If a woman flashes herself to feed the sexual desire of herself or her victims, she can be charged with Indecent Exposure. When a man drives around, offering a view of his genitalia to garner attention or to maybe receive sex, he will be charged with this crime. It is best to always be careful when your hands are near your crotch, or you’re playing a risqué game with your partner in public.
Weld County Indecent Exposure, C.R.S. 18-7-302
In Weld County, a person will be charged with Indecent Exposure when:
(b) 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 Longmont, Severance, and La Salle
Generally, when someone is convicted of Indecent Exposure in Longmont, Severance, and La Salle they will be sentenced to a class 1 misdemeanor. However, it can be elevated to a class 6 felony if the conviction is subsequent to two prior convictions of Indecent Exposure anywhere in the United States. For example, the first time John was convicted of Indecent Exposure he was sentenced in Kansas. He exposed himself in that manner again in Kansas and was caught and sentenced. Later he moves to Colorado where he continues this behavior. Cops arrest him for masturbating in public. He is brought before the judge. He is sentenced for the class 6 felony sentence because it is his third offense. It is irrelevant that the previous convictions were not in Colorado.
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Class 1 Misdemeanor Penalties |
Class 6 Felony Penalties |
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· 6 to 18 months in the Weld County Jail · A fine from $500 to $5,000 |
· Probation
· 1 year to 18 months in the Department of Corrections · A fine from $1,000 to $100,000 |
Falsely Accused of Indecent Exposure in Greeley, Evans, and Mead
It is surprisingly easy to be falsely accused of Indecent Exposure in Greeley, Evans, and Mead. Someone just has to report that they “saw” you masturbating in your car or that someone who looks like you flashed them in a sexual manner. If no one else was around or there were no video cameras nearby, you’ll need an attorney who can prove your innocence. Weld County District Attorneys rarely care about the truth; they just want the conviction. By hiring an experienced criminal defense attorney, you’ll be saving yourself potential jail time, you’ll be doing your criminal record a favor, and you’ll be looking at a better chance to reveal your innocence and the ill-intent of your accuser.
Facing Accusations of Indecent Exposure in Greeley or Weld County?
If you’re being accused of Indecent Exposure in Greeley and Weld County, you need the help of an experienced criminal defense lawyer.You don’t want to risk your criminal record or even the chance you could go to jail when you’re accused of a serious crime like Indecent Exposure. Exercise your right to remain silent and contact the O’Malley Law Office.