bear101008Fullerton: Sp cq police community members

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

The police department is very concerned about street prostitution and how it keeps increasing however many of them have expressed that they need a higher budget to properly deal with this problem.

2. How concerned is the community?

The community is also very concerned about prostitution as many of the residents have expressed complaints regarding the problems and are ready to move out of the area if it doesn't get fixed. Although some of the younger college students are actually active with girls who are prostitutes saying that they will go out at night to try and find a date.

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

Mainly the older residents are concerned about the mess that if always left after the nighttime when most prostitutes are active saying how the adults have to pick up used condoms or other items before the children wake up so they aren't exposed to such bad things.

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

Other then calling the police to move the prostitutes many community members are fearful of the dangerous people whom prostitution involves such as robbers or johns who are abusive so some residents don't try to cause trouble and don't do much to advocate against this issue.

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

It seems that many of the residents just want prostitution to be gone from their area as it affects businesses and local stores which have gone out of business. However, it seems like the college students don't seem to have any issue with prostitution other than their own personal safety.

bear101008Fullerton: Sp cq environment

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

It's possible for some street prostitution to occur in other places however it seems that it tends to happen along the streets of Scott Avenue.

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

According to the statements by the prostitutes it seems that they want areas that are open enough to gain publicity and have clients approach them. However, it's also important that the area be a little secret so they don't get caught doing prostitution.

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

Since prostitution only occurred in Scott Ave. but happened in different areas of it, the main similarities is that throughout the area girls try to go on the sides of the main road in order to be seen.

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

Local stores and other businesses such as laundry matts have been affected by the presence of street prostitution because their stores have gone out of business as they ran out of money due to the popularity of bars and other areas more commonly associated with prostitution.

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

Local bars seem to benefit from street prostitution because it brings in more customers and the same goes for hotels in the area.

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

It seems that the street prostitution in the 600-300 area of Scott Ave. there has always been there however it keeps increasing due to how successful the area is for prostitution. While areas such as the 1400-1200 are less populated.

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

The upper side of Scott Ave. is known for being dangerous for prostitutes because of how busy it is with crime and prostitution which can cause the girls to have clients who are dangerous people.

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

Most of the areas have local business such as bars or clubs, churches and hotels. While there is usually things happening the girls will move to other streets within the avenue once they have a potential John so things can be more private and they won't get in trouble.

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

Yes, in the 600-300 area of Scott Ave. many drug arrests happen along with assaults both being serious and minor. This is related to street prostitution as many of the johns use drugs along with the girls. Also, the girls have explained how some of the johns will be physically violent towards them which is likely why the assault rates in this area are so high.

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

Since the 600-300 area is so popular if the girls were forced out of that area its likely they would just move down to the 1400-1200 area since its less popular or likely to be shut down by police.

bear101008Fullerton: Sp cq street prostitutes

1. Does street prostitution take only one form (e.g., female prostitutes and male clients), or are there several different forms (e.g., homosexual or transvestite prostitution)?

According to the majority of the statements from prostitutes there are only male clients and not any female ones or homosexual activity occurring in the field of prostitution.

2. What is known about the prostitutes (e.g., age, gender, race, criminal history, social service history, substance abuse history, residence)?

The prostitutes are all girls and it seems the majority have been prostitutes for a while. Also, it's clear many of them have had experiences either using drugs and alcohol or selling it to their clients. Sometimes when a girl is an addict to drugs it can make her less attractive to johns so they will charge less just to make quick money.

3. Do street prostitutes commit crimes against clients (e.g., robbery or theft)?

Yes, some prostitutes according to a police report do steal from their clients only if the girl is known for being on drugs and the John has some on him they will steal.

4. Are street prostitutes the victims of crime?

Yes, depending on the situation of course however many prostitutes have been victims to domestic violence or assault from their clients. Also, according to the girls who have experienced this many didn't report the abuses and didn't seek help as they felt there was no point to.

5. How committed are prostitutes to prostitution?

In accordance with the evidenced it's clear that the prostitutes are very committed to prostitution as even when they are being physically harmed by their clients they don't tell police because they don't want anyone getting in trouble. Furthermore, the girls are out on the streets for almost the whole day so they can make their money.

6. How committed are they to a particular location?

It seems that prostitutes try to stay in a particular location mainly Upper Scott Ave. until the police come into the area. Also, many of the girls will try and stay in secluded areas to not draw a lot of attention, but its clear that they are committed to these locations so that there customers always know where to find them and they get more success from this method.

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Alivia-Heath: Sp cq street prostitutes

1. Does street prostitution take only one form (e.g., female prostitutes and male clients), or are there several different forms (e.g., homosexual or transvestite prostitution)?

Street prostitution likely includes different forms, though female prostitutes and male clients are most common.

2. What is known about the prostitutes (e.g., age, gender, race, criminal history, social service history, substance abuse history, residence)?

Prostitutes vary in age and background, and many may have criminal or substance abuse histories.

3. Do street prostitutes commit crimes against clients (e.g., robbery or theft)?

Some prostitutes may commit crimes like theft against clients.

4. Are street prostitutes the victims of crime?

Prostitutes are also often victims of violence and abuse.

5. How committed are prostitutes to prostitution?

Many prostitutes show a high level of involvement due to financial need or addiction.

6. How committed are they to a particular location?

Many prostitutes show a high level of involvement due to financial need or addiction.

Alivia-Heath: Sp cq sexual transactions

1. How, specifically, do street prostitutes and clients negotiate and complete sexual transactions?

Prostitutes and clients typically negotiate quickly on the street and complete transactions in private areas.

2. Do clients solicit prostitutes on foot or from a vehicle?

Most clients solicit prostitutes from vehicles.

3. Where do the sexual transactions take place?

Transactions often take place in cars or nearby hidden areas like alleys or abandoned buildings.

4. Do prostitutes and clients take precautions to prevent sexually-transmitted disease?

Some precautions may be taken, but not consistently.

Alivia-Heath: Sp cq police community members

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

The police department is concerned but has relied mostly on arrests.

2. How concerned is the community?

The community is very concerned about the issue.

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

Business owners and residents are especially concerned about safety and reputation.

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

Some community members are vocal but not highly organized.

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

The community has a low tolerance for street prostitution.

Alivia-Heath: Sp cq environment

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

Street prostitution occurs in more than one area, but it is concentrated in certain streets.

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

The area is attractive due to abandoned buildings, low supervision, and easy access for clients.

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

These areas are similar in that they provide privacy, but they may differ in traffic and business activity.

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

Local businesses, such as restaurants, are negatively affected by prostitution.

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

Some businesses may tolerate or indirectly benefit from prostitution activity.

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

The prostitution problem appears to be growing in size recently.

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

The area may be seen as risky due to crime and violence.

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

These areas are often active but still allow hidden or discreet activity.

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

Other crimes include drug offenses, violence, and theft, many of which are related to prostitution.

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

If removed, prostitution would likely move to nearby streets or similar locations.

Alivia-Heath: Sp cq pimps

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

Some prostitutes may work under pimps or others who profit from their earnings.

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