Indecent Exposure, C.R.S. 18-7-302, is charged when a person exposes their genitals to another to cause arousal, or masturbates in view of another person. In either case, these acts are performed to the view of another in circumstances that are likely to cause alarm. Previously, Indecent Exposure was only ever a misdemeanor offense; however, it can now be a class 6 felony under certain circumstances. In either case, conviction can result in incarceration, fines, and registration as a sex offender. For that reason, it is imperative that you contact a top criminal defense lawyer if you have been charged with Indecent Exposure.
1. Definition of Indecent Exposure, C.R.S. 18-7-302 at the Larimer County Courts
The definition of Indecent Exposure, C.R.S. 18-7-302, is as follows at the Larimer County Courts:
(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.
In other words, Indecent Exposure is charged when:
- A person exposes their genitals to arouse another person or masturbates before another person, and
- The act is likely to result in affront or alarm to another person.
2. Misdemeanor vs. Felony Indecent Exposure in Fort Collins
Until recently, Indecent Exposure was only ever a class 1 misdemeanor in Fort Collins. Now, however, it can be charged as a class 6 felony. Indecent Exposure is charged as a felony when:
- The defendant had 2 prior convictions of Indecent Exposure or a comparable offense elsewhere in the U.S, or
- The defendant knew that there was a child in view, and they were more than 18 years old and more than 4 years older than the child.
3. Larimer County Jail Time + Other Penalties for Indecent Exposure in Loveland and Estes Park
Time at the Larimer County Jail or Colorado DOC, along with other potential penalties, depend on whether Indecent Exposure is charged as a misdemeanor or felony. See the table below for penalties that can result from conviction:
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If you have been charged with Indecent Exposure, don’t wait to contact a top criminal defense lawyer to represent you at the Larimer County Courts. We can work to secure a plea bargain in which the charges against you are significantly reduced. We can even fight for the charges to be completely dismissed, depending on your case. Contact us today so that we can help you continue to live in freedom again.
Have you been charged with Indecent Exposure? Be smart, and exercise your right to stay silent. Then get in contact with a criminal lawyer with more than 3 decades of experience at the O’Malley Law Office today at 970-658-0007 to discuss your charges. Together, we can protect your future.
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