Penal Code · s 294A

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s 294AProstitution

Whoever -

(a)

engages in, offers or agrees to engage in sexual services with another person for consideration; or

(b)

loiters or solicits in any place for the purpose of prostitution or for any other immoral purpose, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year and fine of not less than $500 and not more than $5,000, and in the case of a second or subsequent conviction, imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 years and fine of not less than $1,000 and not more than $10,000.