Loitering with intent to commit prostitution.
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Fiscal committee
No
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No
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Public Safety
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill reinstates California law prohibiting individuals from loitering in public places with the intent to commit prostitution. It requires law enforcement to document attempts to offer services to individuals suspected of this activity and prohibits arrests based solely on gender identity or sexual preference. The bill also addresses potential legal complexities related to minors and human trafficking, clarifying definitions and establishing procedures for investigations.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘loiter’ as delaying or lingering without a lawful purpose to commit a crime.
- Prohibits law enforcement from arresting individuals solely based on their gender identity or sexual preference for loitering with intent to commit prostitution.
- Requires law enforcement to document attempts to offer services to suspected individuals.
- Addresses the legal status of minors involved in suspected prostitution activity.
- Establishes a process for investigating human trafficking cases related to the offense.
- Specifies public places subject to the law.
- Provides for exemptions from state reimbursement for certain mandates related to the creation of a new crime.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement agencies
- Individuals suspected of loitering with intent to commit prostitution
- Minors potentially involved in prostitution activity
- Victims of human trafficking
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