Penal Code · §21.08

Indecent Exposure

Elements

  • A person
  • Exposes his anus or any part of his genitals
  • With intent to arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person
  • Acts recklessly about whether another is present who will be offended or alarmed by his act

Penalty

Class B misdemeanor — up to 180 days county jail + up to $2,000 fine (§12.22).

Enhancements

If victim is a child under 17, charge as Indecency with a Child under §21.11 (felony). Defendant required to register as a sex offender on conviction (Tex. Code Crim. Proc. ch. 62) for two convictions of indecent exposure.

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