Prostitution and Escort Lawyers in New York, NY

A prostitution and escort lawyer can assist you in your defense against a prostitution charge. A conviction for prostitution can have life altering consequences in your criminal record. It is a necessity to equip yourself with a prostitution/escort lawyer that can raise meritorious defenses in your behalf.

Types of Prostitution Charges and Possible Defenses

In New York, prostitution is defined as the exchange of sexual conduct with another person for a fee. Though sexual conduct is not defined in the New York Penal Code, state courts have interpreted sexual conduct to include a range of sexual acts.

Under the Penal Code, there are several types of prostitution offenses with differing penalties. Depending on the type of offense, several defenses may be available.

Threat or intimidation to engage in prostitution

Under Penal Law § 230.01, if the accused proves that he or she is a victim of being compelled to engage in prostitution under threat or intimidation, the victim can be acquitted of the prostitution charges.

Victim of sex trafficking

A victim of sex trafficking is likewise acquitted of prostitution charges under Penal Law § 230.01.

Entrapment

When a police officer pressures or tricks the defendant into engaging in prostitution which would not have otherwise been committed, this defense will apply.

False accusations

False accusations occur when a person was simply hired as a date or companion. The person who hired the service cannot be charged for patronizing a prostitute.

Lack of evidence

There is lack of evidence to prosecute a charge of prostitution when there is no evidence to prove that both parties entered into an agreement to engage in the act of prostitution.

Mistaken identity

A person may be mistakenly identified as a patronize or promoter of prostitution.

Non-criminal acts

Consensual sex without compensation or an offer to compensate cannot be considered prostitution.

No criminal intent

If payment was not made or the offer to pay for sexual conduct has been withdrawn, there can be no overt act reflecting criminal intent to engage in prostitution.

Prostitution charges can reflect in your record, if convicted. It is important to hire an experienced prostitution/escort lawyer to successfully represent your interests. Should you need assistance, we, at the Law Offices of Albert Goodwin, are here for you. We have offices in New York, NY, Brooklyn, NY and Queens, NY. You can call us at 212-233-1233 or send us an email at [email protected].

§ 230: Prostitution