Teens and and young adults are often seeking acceptance during those stages of their life, and if they receive attention from the wrong people, they can end up going down the wrong path. So what should you do if you believe your child or someone you know may be getting pressured to enter the sex […]
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.
Is Topless Massage Legal in MN?
Under normal circumstances, topless massage is not considered prostitution and is legal in Minnesota. However, several conditions must be met to ensure that the exchange is within the law. To help explain the fine line, we will start by examining the legal definition of prostitution, as stipulated by the Minnesota penal code. According to Minnesota […]
Minneapolis Violent Crime at Second-Lowest Rate Since 1983
Despite a minor increase from last year, violent crime in Minneapolis in 2012 was at its second-lowest rate since 1983, according to the annual crime statistics report. The record low was set in 2011, and police credit an increased focus on youth education and a continued effort to remove handguns from the street as main […]
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 […]
