In Montgomery County, public lewdness is a misdemeanor under Md. Code, Criminal Law Article § 11-301, carrying up to 3 years incarceration. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 21 total documented case results across all practice areas (95% favorable outcome rate). A public lewdness lawyer Montgomery County can challenge the evidence and seek alternative dispositions.
Maryland law defines public lewdness as intentionally exposing one’s genitals in a public place or committing a lewd act in public with the intent to be seen. Under Md. Code, Criminal Law Article § 11-301, this offense is classified as a misdemeanor. The statute covers acts in any location where others are present, including parks, sidewalks, and vehicles. A public lewdness lawyer Montgomery County can explain how the law applies to your specific situation.
Last verified: April 2026 | District Court of MD for Montgomery County | Md. Code, Criminal Law Article § 11-301 (official Maryland General Assembly)
Review the official statute: Md. Code, Criminal Law Article § 11-301 (official Maryland General Assembly). For court procedures, visit the District Court of MD for Montgomery County website.
Montgomery County District Court handles all misdemeanor trials for public lewdness. The State’s Attorney for Montgomery County prosecutes these cases. A key procedural advantage is Maryland’s Probation Before Judgment (PBJ), which avoids a formal conviction on your record. The court at 191 East Jefferson Street, Rockville, MD 20850 processes these cases.
- Contact a public lewdness lawyer Montgomery County immediately after arrest.
- Attend your initial appearance before a District Court commissioner for bail setting.
- Request a bail review hearing within 24 hours if detained.
- File a motion for discovery to review the prosecution’s evidence.
- Negotiate with the State’s Attorney for PBJ or dismissal.
- If no agreement, proceed to trial in District Court.
In Montgomery County, public lewdness carries up to 3 years incarceration and fines up to $2,500, with potential sex offender registration consequences.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Lewdness | Misdemeanor | Up to 3 years | Up to $2,500 | None | Potential sex offender registration; mandatory counseling |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and 4,739+ total documented case results firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC. Our tagline is “Advocacy Without Borders.” In Montgomery County, we have 21 total documented case results across all practice areas (95% favorable outcome rate).
In Montgomery County, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 21 total documented case results across all practice areas (95% favorable outcome rate). These results include dismissals, PBJ dispositions, and charge reductions. Firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC, we have 4,739+ total documented case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our Rockville/MD location serves clients at Montgomery County courts, accessible via I-270, I-495, and Route 355 (Rockville Pike). If you need a public lewdness lawyer near me Montgomery County, we serve Rockville, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Gaithersburg, Germantown, Wheaton, Kensington, Potomac, Olney, Damascus, Clarksburg, Takoma Park, and Chevy Chase. 24/7 phone consultations — (888) 437-7747 — meetings by appointment only.
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What is Probation Before Judgment (PBJ) for public lewdness in Montgomery County?
Yes, PBJ is available for public lewdness in Montgomery County District Court. PBJ avoids a formal conviction on your record. After successful probation, the case can be expunged after a 3-year waiting period.
Can I get my public lewdness charge expunged in Montgomery County?
Yes, Maryland allows expungement for acquittals, dismissals, Nolle Prosequi, Stet, and PBJ after 3 years. Cases in Montgomery County are expunged through the court where the case was heard.
What happens after a public lewdness arrest in Montgomery County?
After arrest: initial appearance before a District Court commissioner who sets bail, bail review hearing within 24 hours if detained, arraignment, then trial. Misdemeanors are tried at District Court of MD for Montgomery County.
Do I need a lawyer for a public lewdness misdemeanor in Montgomery County?
Yes, public lewdness carries up to 3 years incarceration. An attorney at District Court of MD for Montgomery County can negotiate PBJ (no conviction on record) or dismissal. Contact SRIS at (888) 437-7747.
Does public lewdness require sex offender registration in Maryland?
It depends. Maryland law may require sex offender registration for public lewdness depending on the specific circumstances and whether the offense involved a minor. A public lewdness lawyer Montgomery County can advise on registration requirements.
For more information, visit our Maryland Criminal Defense Lawyer hub page. See also our Prince George’s County Criminal Defense Lawyer and Howard County Criminal Defense Lawyer pages. For related services in Montgomery County, see our DUI Lawyer Montgomery County and Family Law Lawyer Montgomery County pages.
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Last verified: April 2026. Information current as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.