Solicitation Laws In New York

Summary

Soliciting prostitution in New York is illegal, with penalties varying based on circumstances. Patronizing a minor for prostitution is a Class E felony. Verify police calls to avoid scams. Consult a legal professional for advice.

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I am unsure if i am actually introuble with the law or not i didnt know what i did was illegal
Hi ****, I understand your concern. Could you please provide more details about the situation? Also, your location is essential to provide accurate information as laws can vary.
I messaged a person off a prostitution website and asked if they were available but they ended up being a victim of human trafficking and a minor but i didnt know any of this and didnt meet up with them
I understand your concern, ****. Could you please share your location? Laws related to solicitation and human trafficking vary significantly by jurisdiction.
Ok
Thank you for the information, ****. Could you please specify the city or state you live in, so I can provide accurate legal advice?
I am in new york
Thank you for the information, ****. In New York, it is illegal to solicit prostitution regardless of the individual's circumstances. Here are the relevant laws:
- Penal Law Section *.*: Prostitution is a Class B misdemeanor.
- Penal Law Section *.*: Patronizing a person for prostitution in the second degree (if the person is a minor) is a Class E felony.
Please consult with a legal professional for advice.
So i did commit a crime?
Yes, based on the information you provided and the laws of New York, you might have committed a crime. It is recommended to consult with a legal professional to understand your situation better.
I dont know what to do they called me i thought it was a scam
Who called you, ****, and what did they say? This information could help me guide you better.
The rochester police department called me saying that i had to pay a $* fine and do a q and a and get it refunded but i thought it was a scam
Did they provide any official reference or case number when they called you, ****? It's important to verify the legitimacy of these calls.
I just assumed it was a scam call there are so many
Understandably, ****. Have you thought about contacting the Rochester Police Department directly to verify the call?
Even the scam people use case numbers
That's true, ****. Did you note down the case number they gave you? It could help in verifying the call with the Rochester Police Department.
I tried to call then twice and it went to voice mail
I see, ****. I'd recommend trying to contact the Rochester Police Department again during their regular office hours to verify the call. It's important not to make any payments until you've confirmed it's legitimate.