
Under Washington State law an individual is guilty of promoting a prostitute when they compel a person by intimidation or force to take part in prostitution, or if that person receives earnings from prostitution which comes from such intimidation or force. Conviction of promoting a prostitute within the state of Washington can carry a penalty of 10 years or more if additional charges are added. Additional charges for promoting a prostitute can be brought if you are accused of advances or earnings from prostitution of a person who is under the age of eighteen.
Suspected of promoting a prostitute? Call a defense attorney immediately
In the event that an individual is accused of promoting a prostitute they are immediately faced with consequences that can range up to 10 years in prison. Sometimes even just a misunderstanding can destroy your professional and personal life if proper steps to insure a legal defense are not initiated as fast as possible. If in fact the accusations are true, the defendant must still contact an attorney immediately to insure that the prosecution does not push for a consequence that does not fit the merits of the crime or act to embellish the charges in any way.
Due to the nature of a prostitution scenario, many different charges can be attached and pursued by a prosecutor, ranging from a misdemeanor to a felony. The importance of time is often the deciding factor of how the case is tried and for what charge. If you have been accused of promoting a prostitute or any related charge, it is imperative that you contact the Law Offices of James Newton Immediately.
The Law Offices James Newton believes that all people, regardless of the charges they face, deserve experiences and aggressive legal representation. We have over 60 years of combined experience defending people in the greater Seattle area and throughout the state of Washington. Time is a critical element in criminal defense, and we are determined to keep it on our side. Lead attorney James Newton can take a call at 3 a.m. and meet a client thirty minutes later. When you contact our office, we will try and get back to you within the hour.
If you have been accused of promoting prostitution, it is essential that you begin the process of building your defense now. To schedule an appointment to discuss how we can help you, Call toll free: 866.529.2345, as soon as possible and begin your defense today.
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