California Penal Code Section 314
Are you facing charges for Indecent Exposure? Violation of Penal Code 314 is a misdemeanor offense. We at MacGregor & Collins have over 30 years of experience in Orange County disorderly conduct cases. We are an unparalleled OC criminal defense firm who will help you understand the charges brought against you and fight to get you the best judgment possible for your case. According to California Penal Code 314, anyone who openly exposes their nude body or private parts with rude intent is guilty of indecent exposure.
In order to prosecute for Orange County Indecent Exposure, the state has the burden to prove you were guilty of:
- Intentionally revealing yourself (i.e. your whole naked body or genitals)
- You did so in public or where someone could see you
- You knew the act would be insulting
- You did it for sexual arousal of yourself and/or for others
Indecent exposure is a misdemeanor punishable by:
- A fine of no more than $1000
- Imprisonment in the Orange County jail for up to 6 months
- Mandatory registration as a sex offender
Other Potential Penalties:
There are other circumstances where indecent exposure is elevated to aggravated indecent exposure. In this instance, it took place inside a residence like someone’s home. As a consequence fines will be increased and if is filed as a misdemeanor, the jail time can go up by one year. If filed aggravated indecent exposure is filed as a felony, it is punishable by:
- A fine of no more than $10,000
- Imprisonment in the California State Prison for either 16 months or 2-3 Years
- Mandatory registration as a sex offender
If you are facing indecent exposure charges for Penal Code 314 and were falsely accused, the OC criminal defense attorneys at MacGregor & Collins can help you. We will bring superior legal experience to aid you in this challenging time. Call us today at (949) 250-6097.
