A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly displays or distributes an obscene photograph, drawing, or similar visual representation, and is reckless about whether a person is present who will be offended or alarmed by the display or distribution.

• A. Obscene Display or Distribution
• B. Obscene
• C. Prostitution
• D. Patently Offensive

Answer: (A)

The question tests understanding of the offense that criminalizes displaying or distributing obscene material. To convict, the state must prove you intentionally or knowingly displayed or distributed an obscene photograph, drawing, or similar visual representation, and you acted with recklessness about whether someone present would be offended or alarmed by seeing it. The crucial elements are: the act (display or distribution of obscene material), the nature of the material (obscene), and the mental state (intent or knowledge) together with recklessness about a potential observer’s reaction. This combination is what makes the specific offense fit, rather than simply possessing or creating obscene material, or any broader notion of obscenity. The other options don’t describe this exact offense: one is a general notion of obscenity, another concerns prostitution, and the last references a term that doesn’t match the statute’s defined crime for displaying or distributing obscene material.