Executives for the site Backpage.com are embroiled in a legal mess over some of the information that is posted on their website. For those of you unfamiliar with the site, Backpage.com is similar to Craigslist and a traditional newspaper classifieds section. The site allows users to post items for sale, share job listings, request services […]
How Do Prostitution Stings Work?
What exactly constitutes prostitution in Minnesota, and how do prostitution stings work? Attorney Avery Appelman takes to the whiteboard to answer those questions in the second installment of Attorney Whiteboard Talk.
How To Avoid Prostitution Stings
As technology continues to make it easier for people to connect with one another, it’s no surprise that we’ve seen an uptick in the number of people arrested to soliciting a prostitute in Minnesota. It seems like every month we read a story in the Star-Tribune about another string that resulted in a number of […]
Are Craigslist and Backpage Massages Legal?
People are always leery to throw around the word “prostitution” when it comes to soliciting adult services. Many ads on Craigslist and Backpage actually constitute the act of prostitution even though they are simply advertising for sensual or erotic massages. Below, we take a look at the legality of some of the advertisements for companionship […]
5 Myths About Prostitution in Minnesota
There are many common misconceptions about prostitution laws in Minnesota. In this article we’ll separate fact from fiction regarding Minnesota prostitution laws. 1. Myth: An officer cannot expose himself, or engage in sex with a provider prior to arresting her. Fact: Police have been known to do both of these things to catch prostitutes. Do […]
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