California Penal Code Section 315 Keeping a house of prostitution
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The law on the crime of keeping a house of prostitution is found at California penal code section 315 (PC 315). If found guilty of PC 315 the defendant could face up to 180 days in jail, fines, place on probation, ordered to stay away from certain places or business practices, or any combination thereof.
Keeping a house of prostitution is to provide a place for prostitution, usually a massage parlor or a house. The person keeping the house of prostitution does not need to be a prostitute in order for PC 315 charges to be levied against the defendant. In fact, proving that any of the patrons are engaged in prostitution does not need to be proved for PC 315 charges.
In addition to the penalties described above, if found guilty of PC 315 keeping a house of prostitution, the defendant could lose his or her professional or occupational license, lose his or her immigration status (for non U.S. citizens), and be made to test for HIV.
Defenses to keeping a house of prostitution charges under PC 315 are numerous but generally include entrapment, improper police investigation, insufficient circumstantial evidence, and more. It many cases it may be possible to reduce PC 315 charges to lesser charges to avoid the harsh penalties associated with the crime of keeping a house of prostitution.
If you or a loved one has been charged with keeping a house of prostitution under PC 315 contact sex crimes criminal defense attorney Christopher Dorado today. Attorney Dorado will explain your rights and options. In many cases, Attorney Dorado can represent you without the need for you to attend court.
To learn more about sex crimes defense in California, including the crime of keeping a house of prostitution under PC 315, please visit sexcrimesattorney909.com today or call us at 909.913.3138 for a free consultation.
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