Massachusetts Criminal Defense Lawyer

Law Offices of Russell J Matson, PC - Criminal Defense

Free Initial Consultation

Call or TEXT Now!

(781) 817-6332

  • Home
  • Case Wins
  • Massachusetts Criminal Charges
  • Criminal Court Process
    • Clerk Magistrate’s Hearing
    • Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Charges
    • How to Seal A Criminal Record in Massachusetts
    • Massachusetts CORI Reform
  • About
  • Blog

Prostitution

A criminal charge of prostitution or soliciting a prostitute is difficult and often embarrassing charge. If you find yourself arrested for soliciting sex, you need this problem fixed carefully and discreetly.

I understand what you are going through, and I can help you fix this legal problem.

Our firm has represented clients on many extremely sensitive and embarrassing criminal matters.

As your defense attorney, it is my job to represent you and your interests, and protect your rights and privacy as much as is possible.

How I Can Help Fight Your Prostitution Charge

I will review your case and work to find any possible defenses – Can they prove that you absolutely intended to pay for or solicit sex? Or were you simply in the wrong place at the wrong time?

I will also treat you with the utmost courtesy and privacy, and work to dispatch your case as quickly and quietly as is possible, to protect your rights in every way I can.

I will make every possible effort to help you avoid a criminal record, as well as do what we can to make sure your wife, your co-workers, or others don’t find out about this charge.

motelbalconyEngaging in Soliciting a Prostitute – Penalties

This law under Section 53A applies to either party in a sex for a fee transaction – either the “John” or the prostitute.

If you agree to engage in sex for a fee, even is no sex occurs, the penalties are:

  • Up to  1 year in Jail
  • Fines of up to $500

However, if you agree to pay another person to engage in sexual conduct, whether or not sex occurs, the penalties under Sec 53B are:

  • Up to 2 1/2 years in Jail
  • Fines of $1000-$5000

This is a slightly tougher law aimed at Johns.

Ref Mass Gen. Laws Ch. 272  Sec. 53a

Penalties for Soliciting Prostitution

The penalties for simply soliciting a prostitute, whether or not any sexual activity actually takes place, are less than those for actually engaging in sex for a fee:

  • Up to 1 year in Jail
  • Fines up to $500

Ref: MGL c.272 §8

Purveying, Sharing Earnings of a Prostitute AKA “Pimping”

To gain earnings from prostitution is a felony offense under Mass General Laws Chapter 272 Section 7.

To convict you of this offense, the state must prove that you had knowledge that the person was earning money as a prostitute, and you were deriving income or received money from that activity.

The penalties for this charge, if convicted, are:

  • Up to 5 years in state prison
  • Fines up to $5000
  • Minimum penalty of 2 years served

Ref: MGL Ch 272 Sec 7

For more info on legal defenses, contact me today for a confidential legal consultation.

Please Share!Share on Facebook
Facebook
0Tweet about this on Twitter
Twitter
Share on LinkedIn
Linkedin
Share on Reddit
Reddit
0Email this to someone
email

Free Consultation

Contact our attorneys for a free legal case evaluation on any criminal charge by calling:


(781) 817-6332


Receive our free legal defense consultation and case evaluation. We'll explain what you are facing in plain language, and tell you how we can help.

How to Win a Clerk Magistrate’s Hearing

I wrote the book on winning your case at a Clerk Magistrate's hearing. My book on How to beat a Clerk Magistrate's Hearing.
Complete this Form





Buy my book on Amazon

Or just email me and I'll send you a copy.
Seriously.
Don't really buy it. Just submit my web form above with your mailing address and we will send you one for free! No obligation.

How to Beat Your Clerk Magistrate's Hearing

$9.97
Shop Now

Criminal Procedures

  • Do I Need a Lawyer for an Arraignment in Massachusetts?
  • How to Avoid a Criminal Record – Pretrial Probation vs Pretrial Diversion
  • What To Do While You Are Waiting For a Clerk Magistrate’s Hearing Date
  • I Know I Am Guilty. Should I Just Plead Guilty in Court?
  • How Much Does a Criminal Lawyer Cost in Massachusetts?

OUI Charges

  • OUI (First Offense)
  • OUI Second Offense
  • OUI Third Offense (and Greater)
  • OUI Marijuana or Operating Under the Influence of Drugs
  • Massachusetts OUI Penalties: Third, Fourth and Fifth Offenses
  • Worried About Your OUI? Dealing with bad circumstances in OUI cases
  • How To Work Out a DUI Plea Deal in Massachusetts
  • Arrested for Drunk Driving? Taking the Case to Trial

Criminal Charges

  • Assault & Battery
  • Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon (ABDW)
  • Bad Checks / Fraud
  • Burglary / Breaking and Entering
  • Child Endangerment
  • Hate Crimes
  • Disorderly Conduct
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Possession
  • Drug Possession – Class B Substance – Cocaine
  • Drug Possession – Marijuana
  • Drug Possession with Intent to Distribute
  • Failure to Appear
  • Firearms / Weapons Offenses
  • Harassment / Stalking
  • Hit and Run / Leaving the Scene of an Accident with Property Damage
  • Impersonating a Police Officer or Other Peace or Investigative Officer
  • Indecent Assault and Battery
  • Indecent Exposure
  • Larceny / Shoplifting / Theft
  • Leaving the Scene of an Accident with Personal Injury
  • Minor in Possession of Alcohol or False Identification
  • Motor Vehicle Homicide Citation
  • Operating to Endanger / Negligent Operation (Reckless Driving)
  • Open and Gross Lewdness
  • Prostitution
  • Property Damage / Malicious Damage
  • Resisting Arrest
  • Sexual Assault / Rape – Laws and Penalties
  • Suspended License
  • Solicitation – Engaging in Sexual Conduct For a Fee
  • Trespassing
  • Threatening to Commit a Crime
Russell J. MatsonReviewsout of 5 reviews

Copyright © 2021 Law Offices of Russell J. Matson, PC