Our Wagoner County Indecent Exposure Attorneys  can help you. Indecent exposure in Oklahoma is an often misunderstood topic.  While public urination can cause arrest, in 2011 Oklahoma lawmakers clarified that public urination was only a misdemeanor and was a lesser charge than indecent exposure.  Indecent exposure, while having similarities, is treated differently under law.  The penalties are much harsher and can be much more damaging than a simple misdemeanor charge.  Now, you may be asking what constitutes indecent exposure?  The following clarifies Oklahoma law and describes the penalties associated with it.  Read on for a better understanding and what you can do if facing these charges. For more Wagoner County criminal defense information click here.

Oklahoma Indecent Exposure Charges:

There are several elements that define indecent exposure in Oklahoma.  Okla. Stat. tit. 21 §1021(A)(1) describes it as:

–  a willful and knowing act of

–  exposing one’s genitals or body

–  in a public place

–  where people are present and may take offense

Essentially, purposely exposing one’s self in a public area where people are likely to see and be annoyed is indecent exposure.  Exposure of another’s genitals in the same circumstances also falls into this category.  Commonly, this type of behavior is called flashing.

Oklahoma Indecent Exposure Penalties:

In Oklahoma, indecent exposure is a felony.  In particular, this felony carries harsh penalties.  For willfully flashing people in public you may receive fines from $500-$20,000 and/or a prison sentence of 10 to 30 years.  Further, if convicted you must register on the Sex Offender Registry.  Doing so will dramatically affect your employment opportunities, living arrangements, and more.

Let Our Wagoner County Indecent Exposure Attorneys Help:

With such harsh penalties facing someone accused of indecent exposure, it is imperative you hire a skilled attorney.  Our Wagoner County Indecent Exposure Attorneys care about you and your criminal defense case. We want to help you defend yourself against such damaging charges.  Our attorneys also understand that registering as a sex offender can ultimately ruin your life.  Let us help create the best defense possible for you in order to maintain your quality of life.