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Obviously the topic of prostitution is not one you generally bring up at the dinner table.

Someone arrested for prostitution or soliciting prostitution can be subject to shame, unfavorable media attention, and possibly a terribly embarrassing criminal conviction on their record.

There are three main prostitution charges in Arkansas. I will address the main two which are Prostitution and Patronizing of a Prostitute. Promoting Prostitution is not as common. However, if you are “manager” of some sort in one of these types of operations ,and you are charged with promoting of prostitution, feel free to call the Eisele Law Firm, P.A. for a free consultation.

1. Prostitution- A person commits prostitution if in return for or in expectation of a fee he or she engages in or agrees or offers to engage in sexual activity with any other person. (Arkansas Code Annotated 5-70-102) First offense of prostitution is a B misdemeanor. A second offense, is an A misdemeanor.
2. Patronizing a Prostitute- A person commits the offense of patronizing a prostitute if he or she:
1. Pays or agrees to pay a fee to another person on an understanding that in return that person or a third person will engage in sexual activity with him or her; or
2. Solicits or requests another person to engage in sexual activity with him or her in return for a fee.

If you are charged with one of the above offenses it is important to talk to a criminal defense attorney immediately. Justin Eisele of Eisele Law Firm, P.A. offers free consultations.

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