The Legalization Of The Prostitution

Patty Kelly’s article, “Enough already, it’s time we decriminalize prostitution”, takes the reader into a fascinating behind the scene look into one of Mexico’s legalized brothels. Although it is apparent that her research and investigation into this social experiment are well defined, it is too narrow a focus to gather all the required information to support her argument. Kelly begins with a half hazard analysis of Elliot Spitzer infidelity, then continues down the path that is far too laser like to see the overall effect on these women; failing to see these prostitutes as real people with hearts and souls. Instead, she produces an impression that the prostitutes are just commodity, bought and sold on the open market, lacking feeling

In the United States, with the exception of Nevada, prostitution and sex work is illegal. If taxed and regulated, it can bring more benefits not only to the economy but to smaller aspects as well, such as health care and crime rates as opposed to keeping it illegal and penalizing it. Therefore, prostitution and sex work should be legalized in the United States. Prostitution is viewed as bad thing within society, morally; yet the many benefits are often not spoken of, which are that prostitution would lower sexually transmitted diseases and crime rate all while improving health care and the economy. Prostitution is legal within 61 countries, 22 out of the 25 safest countries to live in prostitution is legal according to Procon.org and worldatlas.com.

Prostitution has been around as long as human beings have engaged in sexual activities, and it is even touted as the world’s oldest profession. Despite these proclamations, the subject of prostitution continues to spark controversy in the United States in moderns times as it is a hot debate topic. Off and on, throughout the years, various states around the country have proposed that the practice should be decriminalized; however, it remains illegal nationwide, except for a few counties in Nevada. The reasons for this stem from both sides of the argument, as anti-prostitution advocates claim decriminalization of prostitution is immoral and sexually exploitative, while pro-prostitution advocates want to keep the government out of the bedrooms of consenting adults. No matter the stance for or against prostitution, the current legal construction surrounding it is undeniably harmful. Regardless of the arguments against prostitutes, it is time to decriminalize the laws against this practice to protect the rights of sex workers.

Prostitution has been considered a criminal act for centuries throughout the world and it is also considered by some to be the world’s oldest profession, dating back to biblical time. The dictionary defines the term, “The act of having sex in exchange for money: the use of a skill or ability in a way that is not appropriate or respectable” (Merriam-Webster). This act became illegal in America in the early 20th century. Decriminalizing prostitution has its positives and negatives. If prostitution was to be made legal in America the positives would be tax revenue, less human trafficking, a work choice and fewer diseases. Negative outcomes to decriminalizing prostitution would be the issue that it is still morally wrong, abuses women, and human trafficking. In this paper I will first review the positives that decriminalizing prostitution could have in America and then the negatives effects from legalizing this crime in America. If American society were to get passed viewing prostitution in a negative light and legalize it, it could present some benefits for America

Releasing laws on prostitution … specifically, legalizing this area of the sex industry, will create a profound impact on society. While halotry (as it was once commonly called) has its detractors and negative connotations, the benefits outway the problems society consistently point out. Society at large questions the merits of legalizing prostitution, when in fact there are several advantages legalization could create. At a minimum, legalizing harlotry will make the job significantly safer and keep sex workers and clientele healthier. By placing a public and government spot-light on prostitution, the public can expect to see less violence, for fear of prosecution and fines. If the government and or an organization stays on top of the work prostitutes do, there’s a likely chance sexually transmitted diseases will decrease; human trafficking and illegal children in relation to prostitution will also diminish. On an even higher note, this “new” occupation will assist in dropping unemployment and benefit the economy, tax payers, and government. While there are certainly strong points as to why legalizing prostitution is wrong and unorthodox, there’s powerful evidence that supports the concept of legalization. For instance, if one looks at the history of prostitution, they’ll learn how long prostitutes have been around and how they were all but welcomed and accepted in older societies! Existing laws on harlotry, pertaining to the majority of the U.S, must be converted; not only

Though illegal in the United States, prostitution is still a strongly prevalent crime happening all across the nation. Currently, a person participating in the crime of prostitution will be charged with a misdemeanor (Liberator 2). People every single day are being charged with a misdemeanor for this specific crime. Statistically, it may even seem like this crime is being caught more often than other, more extreme crimes. Prostitution is a strongly enforced crime that costs America large sums of money (Chittom 1). Contrary to what many think though, this crime isn’t illegal in all of America. Though illegal in the majority of America, it is legalized in the state of Rhode Island, as well as in several rural counties in Nevada (2). With the

Individual autonomy is highly regarded in society as one of the values that each human being is intrinsically entitled to. Despite this, when social issues come in to conflict with morality, government intervention and legislation challenge these ideals of privacy. Society is then left with the dilemma of deciding how to address the commitment to autonomy when it is paralleled with concepts that contest the social norm. For example, debates on the legality of prostitution and the sale of human capacities in Canada and other parts of the world have led to both the belief that prostitution should either remain illegal, or decriminalized and regulated by the government. In this paper, I will argue that decriminalization of prostitution in a country such as Canada is feasible; however, it must be done so carefully and with extensive and thorough government regulation. Furthermore, I will make the assertion that in light of individual autonomy, the process of decriminalization and regulation will promote gender equality and right of choice without causing concern or harm to the majority of third parties. I will focus on the quintessential debate around human rights and self-sufficiency with regards to sex work by explaining the notion of personal liberties and integrities, examining ideas of individual autonomy and equality, the implications of prostitution on third parties, the benefits of regulation and decriminalization and, lastly, I will also recognize the shortcomings and

Nevada is the only state in America that has legalized prostitution, however, in the 19th century there were no laws against selling your body for sex. (Grant). Laws against prostitution are new, only about a hundred years old. Many of the first women that settled into the New World sold their bodies as a source of income. In order to regulate and control prostitution there were places called Red-Light Districts. There were many red-light districts across America, in which commercialized “sex is isolated, encouraged, or both” (Grant). This led to landlords and the police enforcing and gaining profit from the segregation of prostitution in certain neighborhoods. The houses of prostitution in these districts

Prostitution in many forms has been apart of a multitude of countries including our own. Some of the most recent and widely known forms of legal prostitution are currently established all throughout Nevada. The most commonly known, Moonlite Bunny Ranch in Mound House, Nevada, had a series aired on HBO. In recent history, there have been urban areas where a collection of sex shops, a red light district, located New Orleans from 1897- 1917. In the times when prostitution was prominent in New Orleans, Louisiana local economy was thriving. As briefly explained, there have been and are multiple instances where legalized and regulated prostitution have been beneficial to our country. This would also save the government a

What is prostitution? Prostitution is the exchange of sexual activities for money. Prostitution is very unsafe for any one involve in this kind of life. For instance, prostitutes are more likely to get an STI and/or HIV, or severely hurt by stranger.

Should Prostitution be legal? Prostitution is a person, in particular a woman, who engages in sexual activity for payment. Some people consider it rape or sexual abuse but I think otherwise. In Missouri, it is a crime have sex for money. Around 1915 is when prostitution was illegalized.

According to Bell (2009) sex work can be very beneficial for the women as it can provide them with the opportunity to express their sexuality in a creative manner. Therefore, it is suggested by Bell (2009) that the sex workers, rather than being chastised and penalized by the society should be accepted by them and that prostitution should be legalized.

Why prostitution should be illegal. This should not be allowed due to what the results could be after sleeping with a prostitute. This is how disease gets spreaded to family, friend’s or loved ones. This could be really harmful and cost lots of money. This is a sin to sell your body for money.

Prostitution is the act of engaging in sexual activity for financial gain. It is described as one of the oldest profession and one of the most controversial issues in the modern society. In the ancient world, prostitution was allowed as part of religious traditions in some cultures such as Greek where prostitutes were dedicated to gods. Today prostitution has become more open, and some countries such as Bulgaria and Netherlands have legalized the practice. In the recent past, ethics of prostitution have been debated with many people claiming that it is morally wrong. However, like all other controversial practices, prostitution has continued to thrive in the society as evidenced by recent headlines. In this paper, I will argue that prostitution is not morally permissible despite being around for thousands of years. Prostitution is an immoral transaction that has brought many negative impacts such as community policy issues, health issues, and religious issues.

Prostitution has been a part of our world's culture since the beginning of time, and is the world's oldest profession. Ever since the beginning of time man has felt the need to pay for services of a sexual nature, whether are legal or not. In our culture; however, prostitution has become a topic of debate concerning the merits of this profession's legality. In viewing the legalization of prostitution one must take into account all the pros and cons of the situation, but more importantly what is currently being done to rid society of the problem of prostitution as well as the lack of effect of these so call solutions. One must ask one's self if outlawing prostitution, as a profession is the most effective or worthwhile way to deal with the