Prostitution Arrests – FAQ

Is prostitution still a crime in King County, WA? Yes. Prostitution is illegal, and is strictly defined as exchanging or agreeing to exchange a sex act for money or other item of value, like drugs. It is a simple misdemeanor, with a maximum possible punishment of 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. There is no mandatory minimum Read More…

Seattle Massage Parlor Sting Focuses on Owners Not Johns

On February 28, 2019 in Seattle’s Chinatown, police raided 11 different massage parlors. Hordes of “customers” were not arrested, but five owners of the various “businesses” were. The lead detective, Seattle Sgt. Tom Umporowicz, stated at the conclusion of the raids, “from the beginning, the focus of the investigation was on targeting the people responsible Read More…