Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification, C.R.S. 18-3-405.6, charges occur whenever a person knowingly observes or takes a photograph of another person's intimate parts without that person's consent, in a situation where the person observed or photographed has a reasonable expectation of privacy. A person would have to do this for their own sexual gratification. Lawmakers have decided that Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification poses an extra risk of harm to society, which is why it's considered an extraordinary risk crime in Denver, Douglas County and across Colorado.

Misdemeanor and Felony Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification Are Extraordinary Risk Crimes in Arapahoe County

There are misdemeanor and felony crimes which qualify as extraordinary risk crimes in Arapahoe County and across Colorado. Both misdemeanor and felony Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification qualify as extraordinary risk crimes. According to C.R.S. 18-1.3-401(10)(b), felony crimes that present an extraordinary risk of harm to society include:

1. Aggravated Robbery
2. Child Abuse
3. Unlawful distribution, manufacturing, dispensing, sale, or possession of a controlled substance with the intent to sell, distribute, manufacture, or dispense
4. Any crime of violence
5. Stalking
6. Sale or distribution of materials to manufacture controlled substances
7. Felony Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification
8. Class 3 felony offense of Human Trafficking for Involuntary Servitude, as described in C.R.S. 18-3-503
9. Class 3 felony offense of Human Trafficking for Sexual Servitude, as described in C.R.S. 18-3-504

Below are misdemeanors which present an extraordinary risk of harm to society, listed under C.R.S. 18-1.3-501(3)(b):

1. Assault in the Third Degree
2. Sexual Assault
3. Sexual Assault in the Second Degree
4. Unlawful Sexual Contact
5. Sexual Assault in the Third Degree
6. Child Abuse
7. Second or subsequent violation of a protective order
8. Misdemeanor Failure to Register as a Sex Offender
9. Misdemeanor Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification

Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification Sentencing in Adams County

Because Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification is considered an extraordinary risk crime in Adams County and across Colorado, jail and prison sentencing lengths are extended. Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification is normally a class 1 misdemeanor extraordinary risk crime, but it is a class 6 felony extraordinary risk crime if aggravating factors apply.

Below is the sentencing for regular misdemeanor and felony crimes, as well as extraordinary risk felony and misdemeanor Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification, so you can see the difference in sentencing lengths:

If you or a loved one faces charges of Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification, be smart and exercise your right to remain silent. Then, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney for a free consultation at 303-830-0880. Together, we can protect your future.