Indecent Exposure Lawyers in Riverside, California
Indecent exposure refers to any act of displaying one’s own genitals, including a woman’s breasts (excluding breastfeeding), in front of others who could become offended, alarmed or annoyed. It is a sex crime often committed for one’s own sexual gratification that is also referred to as lewd conduct in public, lewdness in public, sexual misconduct and public indecency. Indecent exposure does not involve physical contact directly with the victim or victims. However, in the case that physical contact was made then the crime would be sexual assault and not indecent exposure.
If you or someone you know has been accused of indecent exposure it is very important to speak with a Riverside sex crime defense lawyer immediately. As experienced attorneys we will be able to properly negotiate with law enforcement in an attempt to either lower or drop the charges before ever having to set foot in court.
Riverside Indecent Exposure Charges
A first time offender being charged with indecent exposure will most likely face a misdemeanor offense, which could carry a jail sentence of up to 1 year, fines, community service, counseling, probation and parole. A second or subsequent offense would be a felony charge and a sentence of up to 8 years in prison, fines, community service, probation, counseling and parole may be enforced. In addition, whether or not you are charged with a misdemeanor or felony offense if convicted you may have to register as a sex offender in the national sex offender registry for life.
The following are some examples of types of sex crimes classified as indecent exposure in California:
- Urinating in Public
- Nude Sunbathing
- Flashing Breasts out a Car Window or Any Public Place
- Flashing Ones Genitals in Public
- Sexual Intercourse and/or Sex Acts in a Public Place
- Masturbating in Public
- Streaking at a Sporting Event
Riverside Sex Crime Defense Attorneys
At the Law Offices of Gregory H. Comings we represent anyone charged with an indecent exposure offense in Riverside, California. There are many defense tactics to this type of crime that include proving misidentification and/or false allegations. It is always our goal as knowledgeable Riverside indecent exposure lawyers to obtain the best outcome possible for our clients. When you make the decision not to hire an attorney in this type of case, it may be the biggest mistake that you ever make. Not only may you be convicted and receive the highest penalties possible, but because you will have to register as a sex offender for life, you may lose certain employment opportunities, education opportunities and may ruin your overall reputation.
There may be no other way around an indecent exposure charge other than to hire a Riverside indecent exposure defense lawyer who will fight for you and defend your legal rights. Please contact the Law Offices of Gregory H. Comings today for a free case consultation and legal evaluation of your indecent exposure case in Riverside. A Riverside sex crimes defense attorney at our firm will be by your side every step of the way.
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