HARRIS COUNTY, Texas - Lionel Coleman has a lengthy criminal history and has been in and out of prison for sexually related offenses.

The backstory:

Since 1995, Coleman has been on the state's registered sex offender website. It followed his conviction for indecency with a child. His risk level is high.

In recent weeks, Coleman has been arrested twice and charged with felony indecent exposure.

351st Criminal Court Judge Nata Cornelio granted Coleman bonds totaling $45,000.

What they're saying:

Is Coleman's freedom in the best interest of public safety?

"Hell no," said Andy Kahan with Crime Stoppers.

"Under these circumstances, legally, he is entitled to a bond," said Defense Attorney Brent Mayr.

Coleman was charged in the August indecent exposure case, but not indicted.

"If he

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