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Tampa Prostitution Attorneys
Prostitution refers to performing sexual acts or engaging in sexual intercourse in exchange for money or other financial gains. In Florida, it is illegal to pay for, agree to, or engage in sexual activity for compensation. Prostitution charges can be brought against either the sex worker (the prostitute) and/or the patron.
Many people mistakenly believe that prostitution only occurs on dark corners in dimly lit alleys. This couldn’t be farther from the truth. Prostitution can occur in a number of places, such as bars, nightclubs, hotels, massage parlors, and private homes. In addition, soliciting sex through personal ads, the Internet, or as a call girl/boy, is also considered prostitution.
In an attempt to discourage and stop prostitution, law enforcement has started setting up undercover sting operations in popular social establishments to catch people engaging in prostitution. Certain objects indicate to law enforcement that prostitution may be occurring, such condoms, sex toys, beepers, cell phones, large sums of cash, lubricant, etc.
If you have been convicted of prostitution, you may face a variety of legal penalties, such as jail, fines, mandatory sex workshops, probation, community service, mandatory STD testing, driver’s license suspension, and a mark on your permanent record. Certain factors, such as the presence of minors or prior sex crime convictions, can increase the severity of the punishment. Furthermore, people convicted of prostitution are often ostracized by their community, lose their jobs, limit their future opportunities, and damage their reputation and personal relationships.
Contact our Tampa Prostitution Attorneys
If you have been charged with prostitution in the Tampa Bay area, you need to hire an experienced sex crimes attorney immediately. At Thomas & Paulk we have successfully defended many clients charged with prostitution, and know the most effective ways to fight those charges. When we commit to a case, work relentlessly to get to the bottom of the case, and make sure the truth is discovered. We conduct our own investigations, personally interview eye witnesses, collect data, gather testimony, and challenge evidence in court. At Thomas & Paulk, we are dedicated to providing our clients with aggressive representation, viable option, personalized attention, and compassionate legal care.
If you are in need of a dedicated Tampa prostitution attorney, contact Thomas & Paulk today for your free consultation at (800) 239-3195!
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The reputable Tampa Bay sex crimes lawyers at Thomas & Paulk, P.A. handle cases for clients throughout Hillsborough County, including Tampa, Brandon, Plant City, Temple Terrace, Riverview, Ruskin, Apollo Beach, Sun City, Land O Lakes, Antioch, Belleair Beach, Belleair Bluffs, Bloomingdale, Boyette, Carollwood, Clearwater, Dover, Egypt Lake, Gibsonston, Gulf City, Gulfport, Hopewell, Indian Rocks Beach, Indian Shores Beach, Kenneth City, Largo, Lillibridgerafforida, Lithia, Lutz, Madeira Beach, Mango, Marvina, New Tampa, North Redington, Oldsmar, Orient Park, Palm River, Pasadena, Pinellas Park, Redington Beach, Redington Shores, Seminole, St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach, Tampa Palms, Thonotosassa, Tierra Verde, Trapnell, Unincorporated Hillsborough County, Unincorporated Pinellas County, Welcome, and Wimauma. |
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