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Commission of certain sexual acts in public - Nevada Sexual Assault Laws
In Nevada, the criminal charge of Commission of certain sexual acts in public is classified as a Statutory Category D felony.
In Nevada, the criminal charge of Commission of certain sexual acts in public is classified as a Statutory Category D felony.
Commission of certain sexual acts in public Crime & Punishment in Nevada :
The Nevada code § 201.190 defines one degrees of the crime commission of certain sexual acts in public, each with associated punishments. The degree of the crime depends on the specifics of the crime committed, with higher degrees of the charge generally receiving harsher punishments.
| Severity | Commission of certain sexual acts in public - Charge Description | Punishment |
|---|---|---|
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Category D felony STATUTORY |
Imprisonment at least 1 year and not more than four years, and a maximum fine of $5,000 |
Nevada law allows commission of certain sexual acts in public to be enforced as a statutory charge. This means that this charge can be applied to cases in which the victim is younger than the Nevada Age of Consent, even if the victim willingly engages in sexual relations with the defendant.
Commission of certain sexual acts in public is a charge that is unique to Nevada. Crimes that would be prosecuted as commission of certain sexual acts in public in Nevada will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.