Prostitution

The State of Florida regards prostitution as being a very severe crime and, therefore, will prosecute any and all individuals or groups of individuals who beseech a prostitute or those individuals or groups of individuals who act as pimps for  a prostitute. They will aggressively prosecute, and seek the steepest penalties available for the crime. If you gain any monetary support from prostitution, rent space for others to participate in prostitution, solicit a prostitute, or force another person into prostitution, you will find that you are now going to face some very serious penalties which include prison time. It is imperative that you completely understand what is at stake. You could lose your freedom as well as your valued reputation; both are in dire jeopardy the instant you are even accused of being involved in prostitution. It is for this reason that it is crucial to retain the services of a skilled and experienced Florida prostitution attorney immediately.

What Constitutes Prostitution in Florida?

Chapter 796 in the Florida Statutes defines prostitution as the giving or receiving of the body for sexual activity for money. The term prostitution has several sub categories which include:

• Securing a minor child (under the age of 18) for the purpose of prostitution
• The buying or selling of minors into prostitution
• Compelling another person to become involved in prostitution
• Developing financial support from prostitution
• Leasing or the renting of a place that is to be used for prostitution
• Petitioning a prostitute
• Owning of operating or a place which is used for prostitution
• Providing transportation to someone to a place where prostitution occurs.
• And More

There are many details, which are associated, with the prostitution laws within the State of Florida, so it is imperative that you have an experienced Florida prostitution defense attorney willing to work for you, and your rights. Your Florida prostitution defense attorney will be able to review and investigate any and all perspectives involved in your particular case, in order to build the best defense possible for you. In many cases, your Florida prostitution lawyer will be able to have your prostitution charges reduced or possibly dismissed all together.

Penalties for Prostitution in Florida

The penalties a person can receive for prostitution within the State of Florida largely depend on the nature of the violation and how many violations you have been charged with. The penalties range from 60 days in jail to up to fifteen years in prison, again, this depends on the violations and the severity of those violations in which you are charged and convicted. In addition, prostitution charges can either be misdemeanors or they can be a felony and depending which you are convicted of, your entire life and future can be negatively affected. You may also face immense fines, and possibly even lose your driving privileges.

If you are charged and convicted of prostitution with a minor, you will most likely find yourself facing additional and much more serious sex crime charges, which could include child abuse, lewd and lascivious molestation, or child exploitation. These additional charges could be brugh upon you by the State of Florida, or Federal Law Enforcement. Any additional charges that you might face will complicate your defense, and if you haven’t already retained a Florida prostitution defense lawyer, you should contact one immediately.

I’ve been charged, what do I do now?

While it might not happen very often, there are times when innocent people get caught up in undercover prostitution sting operations. People who may have been looking for escort services or have been answering online advertisements looking for companionship can easily, and. Unfortunately, be confused with someone looking for prostitution services. Fortunately, there are a lot of Florida prostitution defense attorneys ready, willing and able to assist you in protecting both your rights, and your reputation.