Did you know that you could be facing criminal consequences if you are accused of indecent exposure in the state of Colorado? Most people might assume that this is not a serious crime, but as with all sexually motivated or sexually related crimes, you need to schedule a consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. Indecent exposure happens in two different situations and is typically a class 1 misdemeanor.
A person can commit indecent exposure if he or she knowingly exposes their genitals to the view of any person under circumstances in which a reasonable person would be alarmed. The purpose of this exposure must be with the intent to satisfy or arouse the sexual desire of another person. A person could also be accused of indecent exposure in Colorado if he or she knowingly performs a masturbation act that exposes the view of any person under the circumstances that such a viewer would be extremely alarmed.
While indecent exposure is typically a class 1 misdemeanor, the consequences can be significantly elevated if the violation has been committed previously. If two previous convictions of a violation of this nature have already occurred and are on the person’s record, indecent exposure can be classified as a class 6 felony.
Any type of alleged sex crime can follow you for months or years after it happens. Even being accused carries the weight of serious concerns and anxiety since you’ll likely be worried about how this will affect your reputation and your job prospects.
These situations can have serious consequences and might also require compliance with sex offender registration requirements if convicted. This is why it is so important to retain the services of a lawyer who recognizes the possibility for you to have this issue following you for many years to come. A consultation with an attorney is necessary for protecting your best interests.
