Solicitation of a Prostitute in Toronto, is generally described as the practice of seeking sexual services in exchange for money. In general, in Canadian case law it states that three elements are necessary to establish that prostitution is taking place — i provision of sexual services, ii the indiscriminate nature of the act soliciting rather than choosing clients , and iii the necessity for some form of payment.
In Ontario, the buying and selling of sexual services are legal in certain private establishments, however the act of communicating or soliciting for sexual services is not legal. For the most part, it is the person who offers sex for money is the one who is charged.
The individual that is looking for sex is usually only charged when caught in the act or trapped by an undercover police officer. If you or someone you love has been charged with soliciting a prostitute , it is in your best interest to consult a criminal defence lawyer before attempting to defend yourself. If you would like a free consultation with one of our team members, please click on the button below.
The Canadian Criminal code on procuring states:. Is guilty of an indictable offence and liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding ten years. Living on the avails of prostitution of person under eighteen. Aggravated offence in relation to living on the avails of prostitution of a person under the age of eighteen years. Is guilty of an indictable offence and liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding fourteen years but not less than five years.
Offence — prostitution of person under eighteen. For the purpose of engaging in prostitution or of obtaining the sexual services of a prostitute is guilty of an offence punishable on summary conviction. Repeated offences may result in longer prison terms as well as fines, and the social stigma. A criminal record may also result, making it more difficult to obtain employment, travel, and the additional strain on relationships.
