What Is The Legal Definition Of Indecent Exposure?
It is against the law in Nevada for people to expose themselves or others in an indecent or obscene manner. According to the Nevada Supreme Court, this includes displaying a person’s genitalia or anus. In practice, police in Nevada have arrested women for going Topless and men or women for mooning. However, NRS 201.220 does not prohibit exposing breasts or buttocks, according to the Nevada Supreme Court.
Do I Have To Register As A Sex Offender?
Yes, you will have to register as a sex offender. However, NRS 201.220 defendants convicted of a gross misdemeanor instead of a felony are usually classified as Tier I offenders. Tier I offenders cannot be searched in the Nevada Sex Offender Registry unless there was a child victim involved. On the other hand, Tier II offenders and Tier III offenders are always searchable through the database.
Can My Record Be Sealed After An Indecent Exposure Charge?
NRS 201.220 infractions are sealable for two years after the case is closed. Felony convictions, however, must always appear on a person’s criminal record. As soon as the case closes, indecent exposure misdemeanor charges that are dismissed can be sealed.
What’s The Difference Between Indecent Exposure and Open Lewdness?
Indecent exposure includes exposing a person’s privates regardless of whether the motivation is sexual. Conversely, open or gross lewdness charges refer to sexual acts, specifically:
- Having sexual relations in a place where the public may see, or
- Having non-consensual sexual relations not involving penetration
The D.A. may charge a defendant with both indecent exposure and open or gross lewdness in certain situations. Sex crimes are taken very seriously in Nevada, so if you’re facing any type of sex crime charge, it’s highly recommended that you speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.
Contact Our Las Vegas Indecent Exposure Attorney Today
If you’ve been charged with indecent exposure in Clark County or anywhere else in Nevada, get in touch with our Las Vegas indecent exposure attorney right away. The Spartacus Law Firm will work towards getting the allegations dropped or reduced so that your case does not appear on your record and you are not added to the sex offender registry. Contact our office today for a free consultation and to learn more about how we can help.