The existing law only defines indecent exposure as happening in a public place and excludes private homes.

The existing law only defines indecent exposure as happening in a public place and excludes private homes.

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Lawmakers Vote To Close Loophole In SD Indecent Exposure Law

By Associated Press

Story Created: Jan 26, 2009 at 9:10 PM CST

Story Updated: Jan 26, 2009 at 9:10 PM CST

A measure that closes a loophole in the state law banning indecent exposure was endorsed Monday by the South Dakota Senate.

The current law prevents indecent exposure from being prosecuted if the offensive behavior occurs in someone's home. The bill's main sponsor, Senator Sandy Jerstad of Sioux Falls, says the measure would revise the crime of indecent exposure so it covers not only
public acts but also those that happen in people's homes.

Jerstad says she decided to sponsor SB71 after a woman complained that a plumber exposed himself while working in her
home.

 

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