IRVINE, Orange County - Pasadena policeman raided a few apartments in Pasadena and Irvine on Dec. 16. Several prostitutes have been arrested. Police also found $10,000 in cash, jewelry and three cars. The four women have been charged with misdemeanor prostitution.
Temple City man and woman, Thanh Ly and Li Chen, have been arrested on operating millions of dollar prostitution business from upscale apartments in Irvine and Pasadena. Both of them have been charged with felony pimping and pandering.
California Penal Code Section 647(b) Prostitution and Solicitation, it includes solicitation, or exchanging sexual services for money. The penalties for prostitution and solicitation are severe, depending on the circumstances of the charge. It can carry harsh punishment, including jail time, probation and fines. If the accused has a prior conviction, the prosecution typically seeks increased jail time. According to California Penal code Section 647(b), Prostitution and Solicitation, prostitution" includes any lewd act between persons for money or other consideration.
If any of the four women is found to have two to three prior prostitution offenses, and were found guilty, they could possibly face up at least 90 days in the County Jail.
If you or someone you know has been charged with prostitution, pimping or pandering, sex crimes, you need to consult the experienced Orange County criminal defense attorney from Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti, one of the sharpest criminal attorneys in Orange County with many years of experience in misdemeanor and felony proceedings. Our criminal attorneys handle cases throught Southern California, in Orange County, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego. To further discuss your criminal case with our skilled criminal defense attorney, please contact us at 714-530-9690 or visit us at www.topcalifornialawyer.com
