Indecent Exposure Charges Can Mean Harsh Consequences. Our Experienced Attorneys Can Help.

There is a common conception of what someone was actually doing if they have been accused of indecent exposure. While the law prohibits a knowing exposure of genitalia under circumstances that are likely to cause affront or alarm to an observer, people can be charged with indecent exposure for behavior that might otherwise be considered simply a prank or merely inappropriate, and in bad taste. A conviction for indecent exposure carries a potential 18-month jail sentence and will obligate you to register as a sex offender.

No matter what the circumstances of your indecent exposure charge, our firm can provide you with an effective defense that can help you secure the best possible resolution to your case.

Handling A Broad Range Of Indecent Exposure Cases

While this crime is typically thought of as containing an element of sexuality, nonsexual situations are sometimes charged under this crime, including:

• Public urination
• Streaking
• Being naked within your own home while visible to those outside

A licensed attorney in Boulder since 1976, Scott Jurdem has broad experience, including serving as director of the Denver and Colorado Springs Public Defender Offices.

Conviction Requires Registration As A Sex Offender

Our Boulder indecent exposure defense attorneys understand that a conviction for a sex offense includes serious consequences beyond jail and prison. We will provide you with an exceptional defense that prioritizes a successful outcome while maintaining your privacy.

This makes it all the more important that you secure the best possible defense against indecent exposure charges.

Common Questions About Indecent Exposure Charges In Colorado

Here are the three most common questions people ask when facing indecent exposure charges in Boulder County.

How does Colorado law legally distinguish between public indecency and indecent exposure?

Colorado treats public indecency and indecent exposure as two separate crimes with very different penalties. Public indecency under C.R.S. § 18-7-301 covers lewd acts or exposure in public places and counts as a petty offense. This charge does not require sex offender registration. Indecent exposure under C.R.S. § 18-7-302 requires prosecutors to prove you knowingly exposed your genitals in situations likely to offend or disturb others. An indecent exposure conviction forces you to register as a sex offender. Many defense strategies focus on getting an indecent exposure charge reduced to public indecency, which removes the registration requirement entirely.

What specific intent must Boulder County prosecutors prove to secure an indecent exposure conviction?

Prosecutors must prove that you knowingly exposed your genitals under conditions that would reasonably upset or alarm observers and that you did so with the intent to arouse or satisfy sexual desire. You can challenge this intent requirement in several ways. Accidental exposure from wardrobe malfunctions or medical emergencies shows no known conduct. You can demonstrate you had a reasonable expectation of privacy and did not know anyone could see you. You can also prove the conduct had no sexual motivation by showing cognitive impairment, intoxication or a completely nonsexual context.

How does the location of alleged indecent exposure impact your defense in Colorado?

Location determines whether you have a reasonable expectation of privacy. Colorado law requires the act to occur in a public place or where others may reasonably view the conduct. Inside your home or vehicle, your defense centers on window coverings, distance from viewers, viewing angles and whether observers could reasonably see inside. In public areas, your defense examines sightlines, lighting, physical barriers and whether observers actively intruded into spaces where you expected privacy. The specific setting often decides whether prosecutors can prove all required elements of the charge.

Contact Our Firm

For experienced legal counsel that will be able to help you face whatever sex crimes charges have been levied against you, turn to Jurdem, LLC, in Boulder. Call us at 303-800-3509 or simply contact us online for a free initial consultation with one of our exceptional criminal defense lawyers. We accept major credit cards for our clients’ convenience.