San Diego Prostitution Attorney
Have you been charged with the crime prostitution?
If you have participated in sexual acts in exchange for money, you may be arrested for prostitution. In most of the United States prostitution, solicitation, and pandering (pimping) are against the law. In the San Diego area, the customer, also known as the "john", as well as the prostitute are both zealously prosecuted. A first time offense for prostitution is usually considered to be a misdemeanor. Multiple offenses may be charged as felonies.
Even if a woman is advertising for services such as being an escort or a masseuse, she will still be arrested for prostitution if the exchange of money is involved. Many arrests for prostitution occur in large cities, such as San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego. Sadly, individuals with no prior criminal record find themselves in the sensitive situation of being accused of, and subsequently being arrested for, prostitution or solicitation of prostitution.
If you have been arrested for the crime of prostitution, or solicitation of prostitution, know that you can fight these charges. An experienced San Diego criminal defense attorney understands how the undercover operations of law enforcement work in San Diego, and is knowledgeable about the laws having to do with entrapment. We will provide a vigorous defense for your prostitution charges.
Penalties for Prostitution
Though prostitution is typically a victimless crime, if you are convicted you will become a victim of the criminal justice system. The penalties for prostitution include:
- Jail time
- Payment of fines and other fees
- Probation
- Court ordered counseling
- AIDS testing
- Community service
- Loss of employment if you hold a security clearance or certain licenses
Though prostitution is a misdemeanor, being convicted can negatively impact your life. Your career, family life, and reputation may be damaged for a long time. Under state law, judges have the discretion to send you to jail if you are convicted, so it is crucial that you hire a seasoned sex crimes attorney from Ardalan & Associates who can provide the best possible defense on your behalf.
Contact a San Diego criminal defense lawyer
today if you have been arrested for prostitution or other related sex crime.