kmurra52: Sp cq current response

1. What is the police department's current policy in dealing with street prostitution?

Getting the community to report where prostitution is taking place and persuade street prostitutes to report violent clients, client robbery, etc.

2. What is the prosecutor's current policy regarding prostitution-related offenses?

N/A

3. What are the typical sentences handed out to those who are convicted?

Fines and court dates but most proceed to continue.

4. Do the prostitutes and clients complete those sentences?

Mostly yes.

5. What effect, if any, does the imposition of a sentence have on subsequent involvement in prostitution?

Very little. Those who want to change their lives are willing to seek help and that isn't much.

6. What responses do police officers use, other than arrest and prosecution?

Communication. Police officers pose as clients to gather necessary information.

7. Are any of these responses especially effective?

50/50

8. What social, health and substance abuse treatment services are available to assist prostitutes?

Community service sanctions.

9. Are prostitutes using available services?

Only if they are willing to change.

kmurra52: Sp cq police community members

1. How concerned is the police department about street prostitution?

Very concerned.

2. How concerned is the community?

Very concerned 8.3 out of 10.

3. What groups are particularly concerned and why? What specific concerns are expressed?

The community especially after a prostitute was killed recently.

4. How organized and active are community members who oppose street prostitution?

Very organized and active to solve the street prostitution or reduce it completely.

5. What level of street prostitution are they willing to tolerate?

If it takes place in other areas and/or have a curfew present.

kmurra52: Sp cq drugs

1. To what extent are street prostitutes, clients and pimps engaged in the sale or use of drugs?

All the time.

2. Are street prostitution and street drug markets near each other?

Yes.

3. Do street prostitutes exchange sex directly for drugs?

Yes.

kmurra52: Sp cq environment

1. Does street prostitution take place in more than one area?

Yes.

2. What conditions make the area(s) attractive for street prostitution?

Bars, hotels/motels, vacant buildings, etc.

3. If street prostitution occurs in several areas, how are they similar and different?

N/A

4. What area businesses are harmed by the presence of street prostitution?

Restaurants.

5. What area businesses support and/or benefit from street prostitution?

Bars and hotels/motels.

6. Is the street prostitution market in each area old or new? Has it changed in size recently? If so, why?

A mix of old and new. It has changed in size recently.

7. Do street prostitution areas have a reputation as being dangerous or safe for clients?

Dangerous

8. Are street prostitution areas isolated, or busy with other activities?

Majority are isolated.

9. What other types of crime occur in the area? How much is related to street prostitution?

Car burglary, drugs, robberies, sex offenses, etc.

10. If street prostitution were forced out of a target area, where would you predict it might reappear?

In another area with poor lighting, bars, clubs, hotels/motels, etc.

kmurra52: Sp cq pimps

1. Do the prostitutes work for pimps or others who profit from their income?

A mix of both.

briannagtz30: Sp cq pimps

1. Do the prostitutes work for pimps or others who profit from their income?

Yes, some prostitutes work for pimps who control them and take a portion of their earnings, but others work independently.

briannagtz30: Sp cq drugs

1. To what extent are street prostitutes, clients and pimps engaged in the sale or use of drugs?

Many street prostitutes, clients, and pimps are involved in drug use, and some also sell drugs.

2. Are street prostitution and street drug markets near each other?

Yes, street prostitution and drug markets are often located near each other

3. Do street prostitutes exchange sex directly for drugs?

Yes, in some cases, sex is directly exchanged for drugs instead of money.

briannagtz30: Sp cq current response

1. What is the police department's current policy in dealing with street prostitution?

Police usually use patrols, undercover stings, and arrests in problem areas.

2. What is the prosecutor's current policy regarding prostitution-related offenses?

Prosecutors often charge for solicitation or prostitution, sometimes using diversion programs.

3. What are the typical sentences handed out to those who are convicted?

Typical sentences are fines, probation, short jail time, or classes.

4. Do the prostitutes and clients complete those sentences?

Some complete the sentences, but many return to prostitution.

5. What effect, if any, does the imposition of a sentence have on subsequent involvement in prostitution?

Sentences often have little long-term effect on stopping prostitution.

6. What responses do police officers use, other than arrest and prosecution?

Police also use warnings, outreach, surveillance, and referrals to services.

7. Are any of these responses especially effective?

Yes, outreach and prevention strategies are often more effective than arrests alone.

8. What social, health and substance abuse treatment services are available to assist prostitutes?

Services include shelters, counseling, health care, and substance abuse treatment.

9. Are prostitutes using available services?

Some use the services, but many do not because of fear, addiction, or distrust.

briannagtz30: Sp cq police community members

1. How concerned is the police department about street prostitution?

The police department is usually very concerned because it is linked to crime, safety issues, and public complaints.

2. How concerned is the community?

The community is often highly concerned due to safety, noise, and negative effects on neighborhoods.

3. What groups are particularly concerned and why? What specific concerns are expressed?

Residents, business owners, and local organizations are most concerned. They worry about crime, harassment, and loss of customers.

4. How organized and active are community members who oppose street prostitution?

Community members who oppose street prostitution can be organized through meetings, reports to police, and neighborhood groups.

5. What level of street prostitution are they willing to tolerate?

Most community members are only willing to tolerate very low levels or none at all.

briannagtz30: Sp cq environment

1. Does street prostitution take place in more than one area?

Yes, street prostitution usually happens in more than one area.

2. What conditions make the area(s) attractive for street prostitution?

Areas are attractive if they have heavy traffic, easy escape routes, low police presence, and nearby motels or parking spots.

3. If street prostitution occurs in several areas, how are they similar and different?

They are similar because they attract clients and have easy access. They differ in terms of safety, size, and the level of police enforcement.

4. What area businesses are harmed by the presence of street prostitution?

Businesses like restaurants, shops, and hotels may be harmed by complaints, safety concerns, and customer losses.

5. What area businesses support and/or benefit from street prostitution?

Some motels, bars, and convenience stores may benefit from increased traffic.

6. Is the street prostitution market in each area old or new? Has it changed in size recently? If so, why?

Some markets are old while others are newer. Size can change due to police action, economic factors, or the relocation of the activity.

7. Do street prostitution areas have a reputation as being dangerous or safe for clients?

These areas often have a reputation for being dangerous because of crime and violence risks.

8. Are street prostitution areas isolated, or busy with other activities?

They are usually busy areas with traffic and nightlife, not completely isolated.

9. What other types of crime occur in the area? How much is related to street prostitution?

Other crimes can include drug dealing, theft, assault, and loitering, often connected to prostitution activity.

10. If street prostitution were forced out of a target area, where would you predict it might reappear?

If forced out, prostitution would likely move to nearby streets or similar areas with the same conditions.

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