Public Indecency Charges

[tunes4us]

My question involves criminal law for the state of: Ohio
I was charged for this today, maximum penalty is 30 days $250 fine. This being a first offense for a 40yr old what would I expect the charge if I plead guilty or if i plead no contest.

thanks

[BOR]

The court is not necessarily legally bound to accept a no contest plea.

The penalties you describe are for a Misdemeanor of the 4th degree. Although my research shows it is not a crime which upon conviction requires sexual offender registry, pleading out right guilty for such a crime of head turning requires thought.

You are entitled to #1, a jury trial if you plead not guilty, and # 2, an attorney if you can not afford one.

Best course of direction, plead not guilty and request a public defender. He or she can negotiate a possible plea bargain where a crime of such as PI is not on record.

[nite_riderusa]

Public Indecency is one of those charges that will defiantly follow you around for life. It can cause many employers to pass you over. Follow BOR's suggestions and good luck.

[tunes4us]

Thanks to you both for your reply