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Lewd Conduct

Often referred to as “lewd and lascivious” conduct or acts, these are acts committed with the intention of or for sexual arousal or gratification. Lewd describes an act or inclination toward enticing lust. Lascivious describes the indication of sexual interest or an expression of lust.

Lewd and lascivious acts can include the following:

• Exposing one’s genitals or breasts in public
• Prostitution or pandering
• Pornography
• Exposing another person’s genitals or breasts without their consent, for the purpose of achieving sexual arousal

 Lewd or lascivious conduct is usually a felony offense and can carry a prison sentence, fines of up to $10,000, and mandatory registration as a sex offender.

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