Rhode Island Prostitution and Solicitation Defense Lawyer
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Prostitution in Rhode Island was outlawed on November 3, 2009 by governor Donald Carcieri. He signed into law a bill which changed a 29 year old loophole in Rhode Island Law and which allowed indoor prostitution now makes it a crime to exchange sex for money in any setting.
Indoor prostitution was legal in Rhode Island between 1980 and 2009 because there was no specific statute to define the act and outlaw it specifically. Activities such as street solicitation (Loitering for indecent purposes or Soliciting from motor vehicles for indecent purposes), running a brothel (Venue of pandering), and pimping (pandering) were and remain illegal.
The penalties for prostitution one may face for selling or soliciting sexual services can come not only with a harsh sentence but also can destroy marriages, ruin reputations and endanger one's career, even if charges are eventually dismissed or you are found not guilty. If you or a family member have been arrested for prostitution or solicitation, Rhode Island Criminal Defense Attorney S. Joshua Macktaz can help.
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Joshua Macktaz by Email or
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As a former prosecutor who prosecuted thousands of criminal offenses in Rhode Island, Attorney S. Joshua Macktaz understands the need for discretion if you are charged prostitution, whether the act of soliciting sexual activity or promoting sexual activity. Even if you face a false accusation, the notice of your court date can cause serious rifts in interpersonal relationships or your employment. He will use the utmost discretion in representing people charged with:
- Selling sexual services - Prostitution or Loitering for indecent purposes
- Soliciting a prostitute - Procurement of sexual conduct for a fee or Soliciting from motor vehicles for indecent purposes
- Pimping or running a brothel - Pandering or permitting prostitution
Rhode Island prostitution defense attorney Mackatz places your privacy at a premium. Defense Lawyer Macktaz has years of experience in RI Court system as both a successful prosecutor for the state and as a criminal defense attorney since 1997. He works to avoid the filing of charges, making certain that court notices are sent to our office and not your home, aggressively defending against false accusations, and obtaining resolutions that leave your dignity and reputation intact. Throughout the process you will be educated and counseled on what to do to minimize the impact of these types of charges on your life.
If you’ve been arrested or cited, time is of the essence to minimize the impact these charges can have on your personal and professional life.
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PROSTITUTION PENALTIES IN RHODE ISLAND
Under Rhode Island General Law Title 11, (Criminal Offenses), Chapter 11-34 Prostitution and Lewdness:
11-34.1-2. Prostitution (Prostitution) Misdemeanor offense
- First Offense: $250 to $1000 fine and up to six months in prison, or both
- Multiple offenders:$500 to $1,000 fine, or up to a year in prison, or both
- Record may be expunged after 1 year from time of infraction
11-34.1-3. Procurement of sexual conduct for a fee. Misdemeanor offense
- First Offense: $250 to $1,000 fine from and up to six months in prison, or both
- Subsequent Offense: $500 to $1,000 fine from and up to a year in prison, or both
- No expungement option
11-34.1-4. Loitering for prostitution. Misdemeanor offense
- First Offense: $250 to $1000 fine and up to six months in prison, or both
- Multiple offenders:$500 to $1,000 fine, or up to a year in prison, or both
- Record may be expunged after 1 year from time of infraction
11-34.1-6. Soliciting from motor vehicles for indecent purposes – Forfeiture of motor vehicle. Misdemeanor offense
- First Offense: $500 to $1,000 fine from and up to six months in prison, or both
- Subsequent Offense: $750 to $1,000 fine from and up to a year in prison, or both. Vehicle may be seized and forfeited.
- No expungement option
11-34.1-7. Pandering or permitting prostitution – Not allowed. --
- First Offense: $2,000 to $5,000 fine and prision for one to five years.
- Subsequent Offense: Three to ten years in prision and $5,000 to $10,000 fine.
(Go here for the new complete Prostitution Laws in Rhode Island)
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