Indecent Exposure

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Publicly exposing one’s private parts to another

When the charge of indecent exposure is combined with a sex charge, such as sexting to a minor, the penalties can be severe. Depending on the circumstances, some states consider the act of intentionally exposing oneself is itself a sex crime.

In some states, being charged with a sexual assault, especially if it involves a minor and which may require mandatory registration as a convicted sex offender.

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