Illegal Touching, Peeking and Peeping Tom Laws
The criminal defense attorneys of McClintock & McClintock P.C. in Colorado Springs represent clients charged with all criminal sexual offenses, including unlawful sexual contact or viewing. This charge is a catch-all for wide range of behavior that people may find objectionable, including:
- Voyeuristic or "Peeping Tom" behavior
- Unwanted touching or groping someone, often in a bar
- Peeking over dividers at tanning booths
- Using mirrors in baskets, on shoes or sticks to look at another's intimate parts
While many view these offenses as minor, a conviction can result in a mandatory prison sentence and the duty to register as a sex offender for the rest of one's life.
In unlawful viewing, the prosecution must prove that the defendant had an opportunity to see the private parts (breasts, genitals or anus) of another. Often, they are not able to do so.
Is Videotaping in a Public Place a Criminal Sexual Offense?
For example, we represented a client who took video of high school girls at a public swimming pool. We forced the dismissal of the case because the girls were wearing swimsuits. Because there was no opportunity to view their intimate body parts, there was no crime.
We believe these laws are widely overused in situations that do not warrant prosecution for a criminal sexual offense. Often we are able to negotiate a fair resolution to cases involving charges of unlawful sexual contact or viewing.
If you have been charged with unlawful sexual contact or viewing, or any criminal sexual offense, please contact a lawyer at our firm for a free consultation. We understand what you are going through and we are here to help.
Learn More: Visit Our Unlawful Sexual Contact or Viewing Law Page.
