Prostitution Defense Lawyer in Laguna Hills, CA
Charged with Prostitution in Orange County, CA?
Prostitution is a serious criminal offense in California. If you are convicted of this crime, you will face serious penalties, including jail time, steep fines, and a permanent stain on your record. Even if you are innocent, it may be very difficult to establish your innocence if you were arrested for prostitution. To make matters worse, the police will often arrest the prostitutes themselves, even if they were not the ones who committed the crime. If you have been arrested for prostitution, it is important to contact a Laguna Hills prostitution lawyer as soon as possible.
At Alan Castillo - Attorney at Law, our prostitution attorney in Laguna Hills has the knowledge and experience to help you fight your charges. Attorney Alan Castillo has worked as a prosecutor, giving him a unique insight into the legal system. He knows how the prosecution will build their case against you, and he can use that knowledge to help you.
Call our Laguna Hills prostitution lawyer at (949) 234-6525 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.
What Is Prostitution in California?
Prostitution is the act of engaging in sexual intercourse or other sexual activities in exchange for money. In California, it is a crime to solicit or engage in prostitution, or to own or manage a place where prostitution occurs.
In order to be convicted of prostitution, the prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you committed the crime. This is a high standard, and it is possible to beat your charges if you have an experienced prostitution attorney on your side. If you are arrested for prostitution, don't make any statements to the police. Anything you say can and will be used against you in court. You should also refuse to take a polygraph test if the police offer one.
Penalties for Prostitution in California
The penalties for prostitution in California depend on the circumstances of your arrest. Generally, the charge will be either a misdemeanor or a felony. The type of charge you face will depend on the specific facts of your case, including the age of the prostitute, the age of the person who hired the prostitute, and whether any money or drugs changed hands.
If you are convicted of misdemeanor prostitution, you will face up to six months in jail and fines of up to $1,000. If you are convicted of felony prostitution, you will face 16 months to three years in prison and fines of up to $10,000.
Getting Convicted of Prostitution
There are several ways that you can be convicted of prostitution even if you are innocent. For example, if the police find you in a place where prostitution occurs, you can be charged with solicitation even if you did not ask for sexual services. If you are arrested for prostitution, you should contact an experienced Laguna Hills prostitution lawyer as soon as possible. Mr. Castillo can use his experience as a former prosecutor to argue that the evidence against you is weak.
