Los Angeles Prostitution Defense Attorney
Beverly Hills Sex Crimes Lawyer
Under California law prostitution or solicitation of
prostitution are misdemeanor offenses punishable by a county jail
sentence. Prostitution is the act of exchanging sexual activity for
money, while solicitation is the act of offering money in exchange for
sexual acts even if the act is not actually performed. Many people
arrested for prostitution or solicitation are arrested pursuant to
undercover police "sting" operations. These sting operations occur on
city streets and over the internet.
If you have been accused of prostitution or solicitation, you will need
a skilled Los Angeles sex crimes defense attorney on your side to
defend your rights. Los Angeles prostitution defense lawyer
Robert M. Bernstein is familiar with defending clients who are facing
sex crime charges of all kinds. With a background as a former
prosecutor and a legal practice devoted exclusively to criminal
defense, attorney Bernstein has a thorough understanding of both sides
of the criminal process as it relates to prostitution charges.
Prostitution Charges in Los Angeles County
A first-time prostitution offense may result in a
misdemeanor conviction and penalties including probation, jail time,
fines, community service and registration as a sex offender. A second
prostitution conviction may carry a mandatory 45-day minimum jail
sentence, and a third conviction may result in a mandatory 90-day
minimum jail sentence.
Los Angeles Prostitution Defense Lawyer
There are several potential defenses which a skilled Los Angeles
prostitution attorney may be able to use to help a client avoid a
conviction. This may include: insufficient evidence, lack of intent,
lack of predisposition, entrapment and lack of knowledge or unreliable
witnesses.
By reviewing your particular case, Los Angeles prostitution lawyer
Robert M. Bernstein can determine how to best approach defending your
case. The Law Offices of Robert M. Bernstein are located in Beverly
Hills, California, and we handle cases throughout Los Angeles County
and the state of California. We offer a free consultation to discuss
your case and charges.
Contact Los Angeles prostitution defense attorney Robert M. Bernstein today!