SPECIFIC PENAL CODES LAW — CALIFORNIA
Prostitution and Solicitation — PC §647(b)
PC §647(b) punishes engaging in, soliciting, or agreeing to prostitution. All parties — including customers — can be charged.
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Prostitution California — At a Glance
- Law / Code
- PC §647(b)
- Classification
- Misdemeanor
- Maximum Penalty
- Up to 6 months jail and/or $1,000 fine
- Probation Eligible
- Yes
- Strike Offense
- No
- Related Codes
- PC §647(b)PC §653.22PC §266hPC §266i
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