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BBC One’s <\/span>latest hit drama is making headlines over a number of steamy scenes showing the lead characters romping in public.<\/p>\n

Psychological thriller Apple Tree Yard tells the tale of a successful geneticist’s steamy affair with an unnamed mysterious civil servant.<\/p>\n

Viewers have watched the passionate pair get down to business in public places around London – including alleyways and even in a broom cupboard in Westminster.<\/p>\n

Many viewers have joked on social media that they’ve been inspired to have their own public sex sessions – but what does the law say?<\/p>\n

Hull Daily Mail <\/span>asked Humberside Police what would happen if a pair were ‘caught in the act’ in a public place.<\/p>\n

Police <\/span>said that circumstances would dictate whether or not officers would take action.<\/p>\n

A spokesman said: “There are a number of factors to be considered in such circumstances which would inform any possible identified action.<\/p>\n

“However, our priority is always to provide a safe environment for all members of the community while dealing sensitively with the issue.”<\/p>\n

So, depending on circumstances there may be no action at all – or people caught could face prosecution.<\/p>\n

Crimes <\/span>they could be charged with include anything from indecent exposure, public lewdness and gross indecency.<\/p>\n

People caught may also be prosecuted under the Sexual Offences Act 2003 or for outraging public decency.<\/p>\n

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