New York City Prostitution Defense Lawyer

Defending Against Alleged Prostitution Charges in New York

If you have been arrested for prostitution or sex trafficking, you may be facing serious consequences—including prison time, substantial fines, and probation. In addition to these penalties, your reputation could suffer lasting damage, especially if you are required to register as a sex offender.

Prostitution is a serious criminal offense, and these charges should not be taken lightly. If you are facing prostitution charges, contact an NYC criminal defense attorney from our firm today to discuss your case and begin building a strong defense.

What Is Prostitution?

Prostitution is defined as engaging in a sexual act in exchange for money, or offering money in exchange for a sexual act. As a result, both parties involved can be charged with prostitution-related offenses. Common charges include prostitution, patronizing a prostitute, and promoting prostitution.

Patronizing refers to paying or agreeing to pay someone for a sexual act.

Promoting—commonly known as "pimping"—involves securing a profit from another person’s engagement in prostitution.

Depending on the specifics of the case, these offenses can be charged as either misdemeanors or felonies.

Repeat offenders are more likely to face felony charges, which can result in:

- Lengthy prison sentences
- Substantial monetary fines
- Mandatory registration as a sex offender

Contact Our Prostitution Attorney in New York City Today

When facing prostitution-related charges, it is essential to have aggressive legal defense on your side. Need a lawyer for a prostitution case in New York City? At H. Benjamin Perez & Associates, P.C., we bring years of experience in handling sex crime cases and are prepared to help you.

If you have been arrested or charged with any type of prostitution offense, you need an attorney with the experience, knowledge, and capability to fight back against these accusations. We can help you protect your freedom, reputation, and livelihood. Mandatory sex offender registration can severely impact your life, making it difficult to find employment, secure housing, or maintain custody of your children. Let us help you avoid these serious and lasting consequences.