Prostitution - decriminalize or legalize?

look at holland.... what do you think?
 
I have some mixed feelings about this issue.

For morality - I do not support it to be legal for obvious reasons because I feel that by selling your body, It only means that you're degrading yourself and resorting to desperate measures.

On the other hand - Prostitution exists whether we like it or not. So, How can we make it safe for those who wishes to participate in such activities like this one? One by one, I think prostitution should also be mandated and enforced to a max, meaning that precautions should also be looked up on to. They have every right to sell their body if they wish to do so.

We all know what comes into play when one wants to do prostitution. Even though, I don't think they should be thrown in jail just because of that. We all have sex and do we get thrown in jail for that too? No. Perhaps it is better and safer when the validity of prostitution can be supported by such programs to get precaution. Unfortunately, that does not always work like this.
 
Jolie77 said:
I have some mixed feelings about this issue.

For morality - I do not support it to be legal for obvious reasons because I feel that by selling your body, It only means that you're degrading yourself and resorting to desperate measures.

On the other hand - Prostitution exists whether we like it or not. So, How can we make it safe for those who wishes to participate in such activities like this one? One by one, I think prostitution should also be mandated and enforced to a max, meaning that precautions should also be looked up on to. They have every right to sell their body if they wish to do so.

We all know what comes into play when one wants to do prostitution. Even though, I don't think they should be thrown in jail just because of that. We all have sex and do we get thrown in jail for that too? No. Perhaps it is better and safer when the validity of prostitution can be supported by such programs to get precaution. Unfortunately, that does not always work like this.
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Exactly. We also have to look at issues of autonomy. Even though it might be something we would be opposed to on a moral level, we can't deny others the right to make that determination for themselves. Because we can't deny autonomy based on our own moral perspective, we are left with making the situation as safe as we can for all involved.
 
Jolie77 said:
I have some mixed feelings about this issue.

For morality - I do not support it to be legal for obvious reasons because I feel that by selling your body, It only means that you're degrading yourself and resorting to desperate measures.

On the other hand - Prostitution exists whether we like it or not. So, How can we make it safe for those who wishes to participate in such activities like this one? One by one, I think prostitution should also be mandated and enforced to a max, meaning that precautions should also be looked up on to. They have every right to sell their body if they wish to do so.

We all know what comes into play when one wants to do prostitution. Even though, I don't think they should be thrown in jail just because of that. We all have sex and do we get thrown in jail for that too? No. Perhaps it is better and safer when the validity of prostitution can be supported by such programs to get precaution. Unfortunately, that does not always work like this.
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I feel what you are saying.

Your post actually made me think about the ones giving out "free love" sex or whatnot.

Should they be prosicuted as well. The ones that just can not stand it and sleeps with every warm body available at no charge.


It is a tough discussion.

And something does need to be done.

Education is my main thing and prevention of STD.

To me a free whore is no different than one getting paid.
 
Babyblue said:
I feel what you are saying.

Your post actually made me think about the ones giving out "free love" sex or whatnot.

Should they be prosicuted as well. The ones that just can not stand it and sleeps with every warm body available at no charge.


It is a tough discussion.

And something does need to be done.

Education is my main thing and prevention of STD.

To me a free whore is no different than one getting paid.
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I certainly have to agree that the focus should be education and prevention.
 
Jiro said:
the cops don't really look for missing people after certain length of time. most of time - they don't really look for them. Their answers are usually - "eh well..... they'll turn up someday...."
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:squint: exaclty. they turns up dead with john doe No. 99999999999. yea thats pretty sad.
 
jillio said:
Exactly. We also have to look at issues of autonomy. Even though it might be something we would be opposed to on a moral level, we can't deny others the right to make that determination for themselves. Because we can't deny autonomy based on our own moral perspective, we are left with making the situation as safe as we can for all involved.
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Precisely.

As for autonomy - The self-directing freedom and especially moral independence is where the sticky issue comes in play. It may not be me doing this because I wouldn't but if others wants to, so be it.

This is a situation where I think prostitution should also be idyllic since the conceptualization of making it as safe as it should needs to be brought to light as well.
 
Babyblue said:
I feel what you are saying.

Your post actually made me think about the ones giving out "free love" sex or whatnot.

Should they be prosicuted as well. The ones that just can not stand it and sleeps with every warm body available at no charge.

It is a tough discussion.

And something does need to be done.

Education is my main thing and prevention of STD.

To me a free whore is no different than one getting paid.
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I concur with the part of education and the prevention of STD along with other sexual dieases that are involved.

Let's look at it this way - For those who screws around and doesn't get paid; They don't get prosecuted and why would prostitutes get prosecuted for it? Just how much would the law enforcement keep track of people who were to have sex and not to get paid for it too? That's something to think about because it's no different than the ones who are prostitutes.
 
jillio said:
The answer to that question would be no. She would not be allowed to return to work until she is able to show that she has been treated and found disease free. If she were to return to work prior, then she could be found guilty of violation of the law, and jailed.
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Well.....if the prostitute was working for "Whores-R-Us", then she/he would have to comply with being treated for an STD.

However--if she/he are self-employed, then they may snub the treatment and pass on the STD.
 
jillio said:
I certainly have to agree that the focus should be education and prevention.
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I agree.


Sad to say mostly done at the tax payers expense.



This is exactly why we need to educate our children. Sex is no longer a "taboo"

We need to educate the dangers of having unprotected sex.
Prostitutes are usually people that are drug addict or mentally thinking. "this is the only way"

So educate and show them a way out.
 
Babyblue said:
Legalizing it would make our government the biggest Pimp Daddy ever known!! :rofl:
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:lol:

Frisky Feline said:
what do you mean by that? you aren't going to become a prostitution, arent you? :aw:

If prostitution become legalize then i would liek that if they do pay taxes like the rest of us. Its their choices of making living for themselves.


again, i am not sure what you mean about registry list of names scares you?? government have your name already. what is difference about it? sorry if i misundestand you in case. :o
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Anyone who has an STD is on the "list" by the state government especially thosethat have HIV/AIDS. The public has no access to the list. Only the health department has that access.
 
Yes the prostitution has been around for thousand of years. It was socially accepted in old time because it was pretty much the only thing that women can do to make a living. Somehow - the time changed and in modern time especially in modern society such as USA, the prostitution was viewed as sinful and immoral. It reeks of hardcore backing of self-righteous religious groups to criminalize prostitution and to shape society into viewing sex as taboo. and damn they were quite effective at that.

That time is gone now and now with modern technology, our society has morphed into a completely new level with a much more complicated social phenomenon. Sex is ubiquitous - movies, teen sitcoms, magazines, internet, etc. People are much more open-minded - gay/bi/multiple/etc. even kids as young as 8 already knew about sex and have done sex. I believe we should view prostitution in a different light. It should be viewed as a "service" or "therapy" instead of "sinful sham" and "whore."

Prostitutes (not corner skank) are there to provide sexual service/therapy for those who needs it in a safe, controlled, clean environment. It is a safe outlet for men especially in this high-stressed society. Yes it could lead to reduction of sexual assaults, spread of HIV/STDs, and who knows what else. and hey... what else could be better than a detailed, hand-on sex education? :naughty:

I believe decriminalizing prostitution is beneficial and logical because the criminal status of prostitution puts a huge burden and strain on prison population, tax money, and law enforcement. It's as bad as The Prohibition Act. Prostitution is long viewed as "dirty" and the source of STD's like AIDS is the "gay disease" but people conveniently forget that the professionals' health records in porn industry are far cleaner than the general population. They have regular screenings and proper education. Sadly enough.... they know a thing or two about sex and STDs much more than general population.
 
I think it should be legalized and decriminalized for prostitutes over the age of 18.

For under age prostititutes the pimps and clients will be the ones that are prosecuted. Not the children.
 
dreama said:
I think it should be legalized and decriminalized for prostitutes over the age of 18.

For under age prostititutes the pimps and clients will be the ones that are prosecuted. Not the children.
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um.... in case you didn't know.... underage sex is illegal in many countries.
 
Jiro said:
Yes the prostitution has been around for thousand of years. It was socially accepted in old time because it was pretty much the only thing that women can do to make a living. Somehow - the time changed and in modern time especially in modern society such as USA, the prostitution was viewed as sinful and immoral. It reeks of hardcore backing of self-righteous religious groups to criminalize prostitution and to shape society into viewing sex as taboo. and damn they were quite effective at that.

That time is gone now and now with modern technology, our society has morphed into a completely new level with a much more complicated social phenomenon. Sex is ubiquitous - movies, teen sitcoms, magazines, internet, etc. People are much more open-minded - gay/bi/multiple/etc. even kids as young as 8 already knew about sex and have done sex. I believe we should view prostitution in a different light. It should be viewed as a "service" or "therapy" instead of "sinful sham" and "whore."

Prostitutes (not corner skank) are there to provide sexual service/therapy for those who needs it in a safe, controlled, clean environment. It is a safe outlet for men especially in this high-stressed society. Yes it could lead to reduction of sexual assaults, spread of HIV/STDs, and who knows what else. and hey... what else could be better than a detailed, hand-on sex education? :naughty:

I believe decriminalizing prostitution is beneficial and logical because the criminal status of prostitution puts a huge burden and strain on prison population, tax money, and law enforcement. It's as bad as The Prohibition Act. Prostitution is long viewed as "dirty" and the source of STD's like AIDS is the "gay disease" but people conveniently forget that the professionals' health records in porn industry are far cleaner than the general population. They have regular screenings and proper education. Sadly enough.... they know a thing or two about sex and STDs much more than general population.
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Umm. Jiro?

Have ya dipped in the vat tonight?


As young as 8??

:shock:

At the age of eight is a totally different subject honey.

They may have heard of sex. But to act out?

Truly disturbing correct me if I'm wrong.
 
Babyblue said:
Umm. Jiro?

Have ya dipped in the vat tonight?


As young as 8??

:shock:

At the age of eight is a totally different subject honey.

They may have heard of sex. But to act out?

Truly disturbing correct me if I'm wrong.
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google it. you'll see handful of news. It does not have to be sexual intercourse. It can be blowjob, inappropriate touching, unwanted sexual advance, etc.
 
Jiro said:
google it. you'll see handful of news. It does not have to be sexual intercourse. It can be blowjob, inappropriate touching, unwanted sexual advance, etc.
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In that manner I would classify that as "sexual abuse"
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Especially being unwanted.
 
Byrdie714 said:
Well.....if the prostitute was working for "Whores-R-Us", then she/he would have to comply with being treated for an STD.

However--if she/he are self-employed, then they may snub the treatment and pass on the STD.
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Well, the self employed who did not comply with the laws regarding registration and restrictions would be subject to arrest, just as a carpenter working under the table is.
 
just as one AD'er said - if it was legalized, uncle same would be bringing in a good chunk of source for income taxes. I am sure it would also reduce the STD as other AD'er said as well. Just think - there would be less mud slinging comments, less embarassment, less chance of family breakups, etc etc.

just my 2 cents.
 
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