The so-called Bellevue Sting has imploded, reportedly resulting in over 60 prostitution cases being dismissed. After discovery that the undercover cops recorded conversations of the suspects without providing notice, the bulk of cases were thrown out of court. Washington state law requires two party consent to record audio conversations, even by the police. The Bellevue Read More…
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What to Expect if Caught Patronizing a Prostitute
What a John Should Know: What to Expect if Caught Patronizing a Prostitute in Seattle Patronizing a prostitute is a very difficult crime to defend for pragmatic reasons. This offense is now called “sexual exploitation” in the City of Seattle. Unless there is a dispute over what was offered and accepted, there is no actual defense Read More…
Buyer Beware: Undercover Sex Stings
BUYER BEWARE: INCREASED UNDERCOVER SEX STINGS IN WASHINGTON STATE One hears about this all too often: an “interested party” sets up a meeting through social media, such as “Craigslist,” with another person indicating willingness to provide sexual services. Both are consenting adults. Or, even worse, the meeting is between a sex solicitor and an under-aged, albeit Read More…