Facing an indecent exposure is extremely stressful, especially when your actions may have been misunderstood or taken out of context. In Michigan, indecent exposure and aggravated indecent exposure are serious criminal offenses that can lead to jail time, long-term damage to your reputation, and, in some cases, potential registration as a sex offender.

At Jeffrey Randa and Associates, we’ve helped many clients across Metro Detroit, including Macomb, Oakland, Wayne, and surrounding counties, defend against indecent exposure and aggravated indecent exposure charges. With over 30 years of focused experience in this area of criminal law, we know how to protect your freedom, your record, and your future.

What Counts as Indecent Exposure in Michigan?

Under Michigan law (MCL 750.335a), indecent exposure means intentionally exposing your genitals or private parts in a place where another person could reasonably see them. This can happen in public or private settings.

You don’t need to be in a park or on a street to face charges—it’s possible to be arrested for an incident that occurs in your own home, a parked car, or your own backyard. What matters is whether another person could have seen or reasonably believed they might have seen the exposure.

Common examples include:

  • Public urination or nudity
  • Engaging in sexual activity in a public area, whether alone or with someone else
  • “Flashing” or brief exposure in a vehicle
  • Accidental exposure seen by someone nearby

These situations are often far more complicated than they first appear. Our attorneys know how to deal with the context, intent, and evidence that underlie these situations.

Types of Indecent Exposure Charges

Indecent exposure cases in Michigan fall into several categories, depending on what allegedly occurred and your prior record:

1. Simple Indecent Exposure

  • Involves exposing private parts to another person or in a place where someone could see.
  • Usually charged as a misdemeanor, with penalties of up to one year in jail and fines up to $1,000.

2. Aggravated Indecent Exposure

  • Involves fondling or touching oneself during the exposure.
  • Charged as a felony, punishable by up to two years in prison and higher fines.

3. Indecent Exposure by a Sexually Delinquent Person

  • Applies when a person is classified as “sexually delinquent,” often due to prior sex-related offenses or repeated behavior.
  • Carries potential penalties of up to life imprisonment.

4. Gross Indecency

  • A separate offense involving sexual acts between two or more people in public or where others could witness them.
  • Always treated as a felony in Michigan.

Even a misdemeanor conviction can affect your job, record, and standing in the community. That’s why our first goal in every case is to prevent a conviction whenever possible. Even if the evidence is clear and solid, we can often keep the entire thing off your record.

Understanding the Court’s Concerns

Judges and prosecutors often view indecent exposure as a possible sign of deeper behavioral issues that can lead to a person “progressing” and becoming a sexual predator. It’s our job to show that your situation was an isolated lapse in judgment, not part of any kind of pattern.

We work to demonstrate that you are not a threat to others, that this was an out-of-character mistake, and that you deserve a chance to move forward without a criminal record. Through careful preparation, psychological evaluations when appropriate, and strong, intelligent advocacy, we make sure your case is seen in the proper context and that you get the break you deserve.

An Isolated Mistake Shouldn’t Ruin Your Future

Many people accused of indecent exposure are everyday, law-abiding individuals who made a poor decision or were simply misunderstood. The vast majority of our clients have jobs, families, and no prior criminal history.

Indecent exposure incidents often stem from an individual believing their actions were private. Other scenarios include sting operations in public spaces like parks, or inappropriate “flashing.” We’ve represented many clients who never intended to offend or harm anyone, but then find themselves facing an indecent exposure charge. 

Common Defenses to Indecent Exposure

Depending on your situation, our team may use one or more of the following defenses:

  • Lack of intent: The act wasn’t deliberate or sexually motivated.
  • No exposure: The alleged conduct doesn’t meet the legal definition of “exposure.”
  • Mistaken identity: You weren’t the person involved.
  • No reasonable witness: No one actually saw or could have reasonably seen the act.
  • No witness available: Sometimes, the person who called the police can’t be found
  • Improper arrest, questioning, or evidence collection: Police overreached or violated your rights.

We will examine every detail, including police videos, surveillance footage, witness statements, and officer reports, to build the strongest possible defense.

Possible Penalties and Consequences

Penalties vary widely depending on the charge level and your criminal history. In addition to jail or prison time, you could face:

  • Probation
  • Mandatory counseling
  • A criminal record
  • Sex offender registration in certain cases (typically when the conduct involves minors or repeat sexual behavior)
  • Fines and court costs
  • Community service 
  • Loss of employment or professional licenses
  • Lasting harm to your personal and professional reputation

Our goal is always to avoid jail, protect your record, and help you move past this incident with as little disruption as possible.

Talk to a Michigan Indecent Exposure Lawyer Today

If you’re facing indecent exposure charges in Metro Detroit, you need experienced legal help. At Jeffrey Randa and Associates, we approach every case with discretion, compassion, and decades of proven criminal defense experience in this specific area of the law. We’ll listen to your story, explain how things work, and start building your defense right away.

Contact Jeffrey Randa and Associates today for a free and confidential consultation. We are very friendly people who will be glad to answer your questions, protect your future, and put this behind you.

Indecent Exposure

Facing an indecent exposure is extremely stressful, especially when your actions may have been misunderstood or taken out of context. In Michigan, indecent exposure and aggravated indecent exposure are serious criminal offenses that can lead to jail time, long-term damage to your reputation, and, in some cases, potential registration as a sex offender.

At Jeffrey Randa and Associates, we’ve helped many clients across Metro Detroit, including Macomb, Oakland, Wayne, and surrounding counties, defend against indecent exposure and aggravated indecent exposure charges. With over 30 years of focused experience in this area of criminal law, we know how to protect your freedom, your record, and your future.

What Counts as Indecent Exposure in Michigan?

Under Michigan law (MCL 750.335a), indecent exposure means intentionally exposing your genitals or private parts in a place where another person could reasonably see them. This can happen in public or private settings.

You don’t need to be in a park or on a street to face charges—it’s possible to be arrested for an incident that occurs in your own home, a parked car, or your own backyard. What matters is whether another person could have seen or reasonably believed they might have seen the exposure.

Common examples include:

  • Public urination or nudity
  • Engaging in sexual activity in a public area, whether alone or with someone else
  • “Flashing” or brief exposure in a vehicle
  • Accidental exposure seen by someone nearby

These situations are often far more complicated than they first appear. Our attorneys know how to deal with the context, intent, and evidence that underlie these situations.

Types of Indecent Exposure Charges

Indecent exposure cases in Michigan fall into several categories, depending on what allegedly occurred and your prior record:

1. Simple Indecent Exposure

  • Involves exposing private parts to another person or in a place where someone could see.
  • Usually charged as a misdemeanor, with penalties of up to one year in jail and fines up to $1,000.

2. Aggravated Indecent Exposure

  • Involves fondling or touching oneself during the exposure.
  • Charged as a felony, punishable by up to two years in prison and higher fines.

3. Indecent Exposure by a Sexually Delinquent Person

  • Applies when a person is classified as “sexually delinquent,” often due to prior sex-related offenses or repeated behavior.
  • Carries potential penalties of up to life imprisonment.

4. Gross Indecency

  • A separate offense involving sexual acts between two or more people in public or where others could witness them.
  • Always treated as a felony in Michigan.

Even a misdemeanor conviction can affect your job, record, and standing in the community. That’s why our first goal in every case is to prevent a conviction whenever possible. Even if the evidence is clear and solid, we can often keep the entire thing off your record.

Understanding the Court’s Concerns

Judges and prosecutors often view indecent exposure as a possible sign of deeper behavioral issues that can lead to a person “progressing” and becoming a sexual predator. It’s our job to show that your situation was an isolated lapse in judgment, not part of any kind of pattern.

We work to demonstrate that you are not a threat to others, that this was an out-of-character mistake, and that you deserve a chance to move forward without a criminal record. Through careful preparation, psychological evaluations when appropriate, and strong, intelligent advocacy, we make sure your case is seen in the proper context and that you get the break you deserve.

An Isolated Mistake Shouldn’t Ruin Your Future

Many people accused of indecent exposure are everyday, law-abiding individuals who made a poor decision or were simply misunderstood. The vast majority of our clients have jobs, families, and no prior criminal history.

Indecent exposure incidents often stem from an individual believing their actions were private. Other scenarios include sting operations in public spaces like parks, or inappropriate “flashing.” We’ve represented many clients who never intended to offend or harm anyone, but then find themselves facing an indecent exposure charge. 

Common Defenses to Indecent Exposure

Depending on your situation, our team may use one or more of the following defenses:

  • Lack of intent: The act wasn’t deliberate or sexually motivated.
  • No exposure: The alleged conduct doesn’t meet the legal definition of “exposure.”
  • Mistaken identity: You weren’t the person involved.
  • No reasonable witness: No one actually saw or could have reasonably seen the act.
  • No witness available: Sometimes, the person who called the police can’t be found
  • Improper arrest, questioning, or evidence collection: Police overreached or violated your rights.

We will examine every detail, including police videos, surveillance footage, witness statements, and officer reports, to build the strongest possible defense.

Possible Penalties and Consequences

Penalties vary widely depending on the charge level and your criminal history. In addition to jail or prison time, you could face:

  • Probation
  • Mandatory counseling
  • A criminal record
  • Sex offender registration in certain cases (typically when the conduct involves minors or repeat sexual behavior)
  • Fines and court costs
  • Community service 
  • Loss of employment or professional licenses
  • Lasting harm to your personal and professional reputation

Our goal is always to avoid jail, protect your record, and help you move past this incident with as little disruption as possible.

Talk to a Michigan Indecent Exposure Lawyer Today

If you’re facing indecent exposure charges in Metro Detroit, you need experienced legal help. At Jeffrey Randa and Associates, we approach every case with discretion, compassion, and decades of proven criminal defense experience in this specific area of the law. We’ll listen to your story, explain how things work, and start building your defense right away.

Contact Jeffrey Randa and Associates today for a free and confidential consultation. We are very friendly people who will be glad to answer your questions, protect your future, and put this behind you.