Indecent exposure is considered a sexual offense in Texas. For a person to be convicted on a charge of indecent exposure in Brazos County, the prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt they exposed their anus or any part of their genitals, with the intent to arouse the sexual desire of any person, and they were reckless about whether another person was present who may be alarmed or offended by the act.

Charges of indecent exposure and public lewdness are misdemeanors in Texas. Indecent exposure laws classify the crime as a “Class B” misdemeanor. This charge typically faces a penalty of not more than 180 days in a county jail and/or a fine of no more than $2,000. The sentence imposed will be at the discretion of the judge and will depend upon the circumstances of each defendant and the nature of the offense. For example, a person who has been convicted of the same charge in the past will likely face a harsher sentence than one who has not been convicted before. The penalties these charges carry may not seem as harsh as some other sex crimes, but their impact on your reputation can be just as severe. Having a conviction for indecent exposure appear on your record will raise eyebrows for the rest of your life. It may prevent you from securing a job you want and it may effect your relationships.