Consequences of Being Charged with Lewd Conduct in New Jersey
There are many serious penalties that may result from an act of lewd behavior in New Jersey. The severity of the penalties a defendant will face is related to what the act was, the age of the alleged victim and the criminal history of the defendant. Even in cases that do not result in a conviction, an allegation of lewd conduct can result in irrevocable damage to one's reputation.
Lewd conduct or lewd behavior is a general term that may be applied to a number of indecent acts. An example of a lewd act includes exposing or touching one's genitals for arousal in a public location. To be convicted with lewd conduct, a person must know that others are present and witnessing the act and expect them to be alarmed or offended. The resulting penalties for this type of offense may include jail time, fines, a mark on your record and, in some cases, mandatory registration as a sex offender.
Additional penalties that are not enforced by the court include permanent damage to one's social and professional life. Being charged with a lewd act may result in the loss of your job or may jeopardize your chances to obtain gainful employment. The consequences of such a conviction are very real and serious for individuals who work with children. Parents and employers alike are less likely to work with someone who has been convicted of lewd conduct.
The experienced Princeton lewd conduct defense attorneys Lependorf & Silverstein fight to protect your rights and your precious reputation. If you or a loved one is facing an allegation of lewd conduct in New Jersey, please do not take it lightly. Call us today at 609-240-0040 to discuss your case at no cost. We will review you case for free and help you begin building your defense.
