West Virginia SB174 updates language and increases penalties for indecent exposure, including new felony offenses for exposure to minors.

West Virginia SB174 amends the state's indecent exposure laws by updating language and increasing penalties. The bill defines indecent exposure as intentionally exposing one's sex organs or anus to another person for sexual gratification. It creates a new felony offense for indecent exposure in front of minors, with enhanced penalties for repeat offenses. The bill also removes the exemption for breastfeeding, clarifying that it does not constitute indecent exposure.

West Virginia SB174 updates language and increases penalties for indecent exposure, including new felony offenses for exposure to minors.

West Virginia SB174 amends the state's indecent exposure laws by updating language and increasing penalties. The bill defines indecent exposure as intentionally exposing one's sex organs or anus to another person for sexual gratification. It creates a new felony offense for indecent exposure in front of minors, with enhanced penalties for repeat offenses. The bill also removes the exemption for breastfeeding, clarifying that it does not constitute indecent exposure.