indecent exposure

American  

noun

Law.

1. the intentional exposure of one's body's privates in a manner that gives offense against accepted or prescribed behavior.

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indecent exposure British  

noun

1. the offence of indecently exposing parts of one's body in public, esp the genitals

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Etymology

Origin of indecent exposure

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

Other recommendations include better street lighting, improvements to information about positive masculinity for men and boys and targeted consistent public messaging about how to report crimes such as indecent exposure.

From BBC

In the legislative process, HB 1994 was modified to exclude violent crimes, but according to the Seattle City Attorney’s Office it would still apply to harassment, criminal trespass, and indecent exposure, among many others.

From Seattle Times

A former Met Police officer found guilty of gross misconduct over her investigation into indecent exposure by Sarah Everard's killer says she has received hundreds of hate messages.

From BBC

In March this year, Couzens was sentenced to 19 months in prison after admitting indecent exposure.

From BBC

Dulberg argued that he had not been charged with indecent exposure, had not jeopardized anyone’s safety, and had acted totally within the customs and traditions of the university.

From Washington Post