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Although defendants in the American justice system benefit from the presumption of innocence, this presumption often seems to be ignored when dealing with sex crimes. Being charged with solicitation or prostitution in Indiana can negatively impact your reputation and jeopardize your freedom. If you are facing criminal charges, contact our Fishers sex crimes lawyer from The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley PC to aid in your defense. 

Indiana’s Sex Solicitation Law

Indiana law punishes both sides of the prosecution transaction. It defines solicitation as knowingly or intentionally paying, offering, or agreeing to pay money or other property to someone else for any of the following:

  • Engaging in sexual intercourse 
  • Engaging in other sexual conduct 
  • Fondling another person’s genitals

Solicitation is a Class A misdemeanor. If you have two or more prior convictions for solicitation, the crime is considered a Level 6 felony. 

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Other Crimes Involving Solicitation in Indiana 

Other crimes may involve some form of solicitation. For example, solicitation cannot occur without prostitution, which is defined as knowingly or intentionally performing, offering, or agreeing to perform or engage in sexual intercourse or other prohibited sexual conduct for money or other property. This crime is classified the same as solicitation, making both parties involved in the solicitation transaction culpable under the law.

Another crime that is commonly charged and more serious in Indiana is promoting prostitution. This crime involves trying to recruit people to become prostitutes or operating a place used for prostitution. This offense can be a Level 5 felony or a Level 4 felony if the prostitute is underage. 

Child solicitation is a serious criminal charge that involves luring a child under 14 to engage in sexual intercourse or conduct with an adult. This crime is classified based on the ages of the parties and other circumstances surrounding the offense.  

Possible Penalties for Sex Solicitation

Depending on the crime and how it is classified, potential penalties for offenses related to sex solicitation in Indiana include:

  • Class A misdemeanor: Up to one year in jail
  • Level 6 felony: Six to 30 months in prison
  • Level 5 felony: One to six years in prison
  • Level 4 felony: Two to twelve years in prison

Some convictions require mandatory registration as a sex offender.

Possible Defenses to Sex Solicitation 

When you work with a board-certified criminal trial specialist, we will meticulously review your case to determine what defenses we can lodge on your behalf. Depending on the circumstances, defenses might include:

  • Arguing that you didn’t know or intend to engage with a prostitute
  • Arguing that an undercover law enforcement officer entrapped you, making you commit a crime that is out of your character
  • Filing motions to suppress evidence regarding illegal searches and seizures

Contact Our Fishers Sex Solicitation Attorneys for a Confidential Consultation 

If you are facing sex solicitation charges, contact The Criminal Defense Team for legal support and representation. Our criminal defense attorney in Fishers will treat you with respect as we help you navigate the criminal justice system. Call (317) 687-8326 for a free case review.