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Being charged with prostitution or solicitation in Georgia doesn’t just put your reputation at risk—it threatens your job, your family life, and your future. At J. Ryan Brown Law, we understand the weight of these accusations and the tactics the state uses to pursue convictions. Whether this is your first encounter with the justice system or you’ve faced charges before, our legal team is ready to fight for a dismissal, reduction, or full acquittal.
According to O.C.G.A. § 16-6-9 (2024):
“A person, 18 years of age or older, commits the offense of prostitution when he or she performs or offers or consents to perform a sexual act, including, but not limited to, sexual intercourse or sodomy, for money or other items of value.”
In plain terms, this means it is illegal to:
The law applies whether the act actually happens or not. Simply offering or consenting is enough for police to charge someone with prostitution—even if no money changes hands or the act is never completed.
Both parties in a prostitution transaction can be charged:
In Georgia, both sides of the transaction are criminalized. Clients—sometimes referred to as “Johns”—can face equal or even enhanced penalties, especially in undercover police operations.
Prostitution rarely stands alone. Many individuals are charged with related offenses under Georgia’s broader sexual offenses statutes, including:
These charges are often brought together or used as leverage by prosecutors in plea negotiations.
While prostitution and solicitation are typically classified as misdemeanors, they can carry severe long-term consequences.
If convicted, the charge remains on your criminal record permanently. This can affect:
Under certain circumstances, a prostitution-related offense can be elevated to a felony. These include:
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Not all prostitution charges result in sex offender registration. However, Georgia law will require registration in certain circumstances, particularly if the case involves a minor.
Registration on the Georgia Sex Offender Registry limits where you can live or work and subjects you to lifelong supervision and public disclosure. Avoiding this outcome is a top priority in any prostitution-related case.
Yes. Escort services that offer companionship alone are legal. However, if the service includes or facilitates sexual acts in exchange for payment, then both the provider and the client may be charged with prostitution or solicitation.
Law enforcement agencies frequently use undercover officers or online sting operations posing as escorts. If you are caught agreeing to an illegal act, even through a website or text exchange, you may face criminal charges—even if the encounter never happens.
Every case has a context. And at J. Ryan Brown Law, we investigate that context to craft a strong, fact-based defense. Some of the most effective defenses to prostitution charges include:
If there was no clear offer, agreement, or request, then intent cannot be proven. Misunderstandings—especially in sting operations—can lead to false arrests.
In many cases, police officers initiate and escalate the discussion of sex for money. If law enforcement induced you to commit a crime you would not have otherwise committed, this may be a valid entrapment defense.
Prostitution requires a transaction—money, gifts, favors, or other benefits. If no such value was discussed or agreed upon, the charge may not hold.
In some cases, individuals are wrongfully accused by someone with a motive—jealousy, anger, or to avoid their own charges. We investigate motive and credibility.
At J. Ryan Brown Law, we take sex-related charges seriously—because we understand how damaging they can be. Our approach includes:
Whether it’s a misdemeanor charge or a felony-level case, we bring the same level of strategic focus and courtroom readiness.
We serve clients from all walks of life—college students, business professionals, travelers, and others who never expected to face this kind of charge. Our goal is to protect your record, your reputation, and your future.
Prostitution charges often result from online stings or undercover operations. These cases are built quickly, and statements made during the arrest can be used against you. If you were caught up in one of these operations:
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If you’ve been charged with prostitution, solicitation, or a related offense in Coweta County, the time to act is now. What happens next can impact the rest of your life.
