When Can You Be Cited for Indecent Exposure In Texas?

Posted By The Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Grass || 27-Jul-2014

In Texas, there are a number of circumstances that may lead to a charge of indecent exposure. Indecent exposure is a type of sex crime that can have serious repercussions if it leads to a conviction. If you or a loved one has been charged with any type of sex crime, you will need a veteran criminal defense lawyer on your side. Your criminal defense attorney can help you understand this particular charge and the penalties it may carry.

Types of Indecent Exposure
This type of sex crime is defined as the reckless exposure of a person’s genitals or anus to anyone who may suffer offense. It also occurs if a person exposes his or her genitals or anus for the purpose of arousing or gratifying any individual’s sexual desire. Some examples of indecent exposure are public urination, the exposure of any part of the genitals, and the exposure of the buttocks or anus. The public exposure of female breasts, except for the purpose of breastfeeding, is also considered indecent exposure.

Penalties for Misdemeanor Indecent Exposure
In most cases, indecent exposure is prosecuted as a Class B misdemeanor. Under Texas law, a Class B misdemeanor can result in penalties such as a fine of up to $2,000 and a jail term of up to six months. If the offender had a previously clean record, probation instead of jail may be granted. However, the conviction will remain on the offender’s record and it can significantly interfere with that individual’s ability to obtain employment and housing.

Penalties for Felony Indecent Exposure
If the alleged sex crime involved a child, indecent exposure may be charged as a third-degree felony offense. If convicted of a third-degree felony in Texas, the penalties may include a fine of up to $10,000 and imprisonment for no more than 10 years and no less than two years.

As a former prosecutor, Jeffrey C. Grass has in-depth knowledge of the tactics used by the prosecution to obtain a conviction against those accused of indecent exposure and other sex crimes. Our criminal law firm will fight on your behalf for the best possible outcome. To schedule a consultation with a criminal defense lawyer, call the Law Offices Of Jeffrey C. Grass at .