Salt Lake City Prostitution Defense Attorney
If you’ve been arrested on suspicion of prostitution, a Salt Lake City criminal defense lawyer at Rocky Mountain Defenders, PC can help. We are dedicated lawyers who are committed to defending the rights of clients facing all types of serious
sex crime charges throughout Salt Lake City, Provo and Ogden, Utah. We offer a free initial case evaluation to give a lawyer at our firm the chance to review your particular situation and see what we can do to help. With our experienced, aggressive representation in your corner, you have a better opportunity of avoiding the harsh repercussions of a prostitution conviction.
Prostitution Offenses in Salt Lake City, Utah
Prostitution is a sex crime involving the offer or exchange of sexual acts in exchange for money. A person may face criminal charges of prostitution even for agreeing or offering to exchange money for a sexual activity. Related criminal offenses include: solicitation, prostitution, pandering and pimping. A defendant may face misdemeanor or felony charges depending upon whether this is a first, second or subsequent offense. Specific penalties from a conviction will also vary, but many include imprisonment in county jail or state prison, fines, probation and more.
Salt Lake City Criminal Defense Lawyer for Prostitution Cases
The specific criminal penalties that you may face in conjunction with your prostitution charges will vary, and an attorney can actually help ensure that you face lesser charges and therefore lesser penalties. An attorney can also explore alternatives to imprisonment. However, the primary goal of any criminal defense attorney at Rocky Mountain Defenders, PC will be to:
- Have formal charges dropped before your case goes to court; or
- Secure a verdict of not guilty in court.
Contact a Salt Lake City prostitution defense attorney at our firm today for a free consultation!