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Prostitution, LE and debunking myths
Samois See my TER Reviews 459 reads
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So, it seems that the internet really can be a friend.  

Here is what I just found. It is written by a law firm in Minnesota but the basics will probably stand in any state of the union. Its a good read and worth familiarizing yourself with.

faker4151032 reads

Hi all,

I am relatively new. Just curious, as to reviews- aren't any of you worried LE can use these reviews against you in case of caught? Do y'all use a private browser when you go on here or

But only slightly more than I worry about  brain-eating amoebas or being in a plane crash.  ;-)

It's one of those things that yeah, it could happen.  And it HAS happened to people, even just recently.    

Some people use private browsers, or TOR, or whatever but my personal feeling is this: if "they" are targeting ME specifically, then they WILL find me and hang me out to dry, no matter what spy-techniques I'm using. LOL.  

Lately, the powers that be have been going after the clients more than I can ever remember them doing in the past. (I've been around forever, btw)  Just recently, they did exactly as you described and used reviews as evidence.  
But really, what are the odds that you or I will get caught up in a big sweep like that?

I'm sorry if I sound unconcerned or cavalier, it just seems the odds for each individual having that happen to him/her are very slim.  Especially if you're being even reasonably cautious, which in many of these cases, those who were so charged were absolutely not.  

So use whatever level of caution and security that helps you feel a little safer.  Probably couldn't hurt.  :-)

As with everything in the P4P world, each individual's choices and comfort levels are uniquely their own, and every one of us should respect that.  :-)

... Means "I have more to say."

EOM, or simply E, means "I am finished now, don't bother to open this post."

Have fun out there.

Did had more to say but didn't want to go on but  
Thank you,  did not know that ( EOM E )

Smallfish311 reads

In terms of a prostitution bust, LE needs actual evidence, which means they need me, on audio or video, proposing I give something of value in return for sexual activity.  Or, they need for me to admit to such a transaction.  Or, they need a corroborating witness.

If they want to use online postings as an "admission", they will also have to prove that I actually made those postings, which can be a tall order.  Generally, they need to show that the postings were made from a computer I have access to, and at the time the postings were made.  Additionally, they will also need to prove that I actually saw (or actually intended to see) the provider I reference in those postings.  In other words, they need to prove that such postings are evidence of an actual crime that was committed, or intended to be committed, and were not just an idle fantasy.

And they have to do this for a simple misdemeanor charge.  Do you think police have the time and motivation to do this?  If so, you're wrong, they don't.  The ONLY plausible scenario that they might pursue this to this level is if they already suspect you on a more serious crime (or suspect you have information re a more serious crime), and want to squeeze you.

Now, that isn't to say that some departments won't run prostitution stings.  But such stings are based on what happens on *that* day, in *that* room.  Also, on what drugs they found in your pockets or vehicle.

A lawyer could ask the court to insist that the management of TER prove that the defendant is a member of TER and in fact ask that all of TER's relevant records be subpoenaed for the case.  Since TER is headquartered in the Netherlands (Isn't that where Peter Pan lives?)  I seriously doubt that is going to happen.

Bottom line:  Find something else to worry about.

(still not a lawyer)

Could it happen? Yep.
Has it happened? Yep.
Am I personally worried about it? Nope.

So, it seems that the internet really can be a friend.  

Here is what I just found. It is written by a law firm in Minnesota but the basics will probably stand in any state of the union. Its a good read and worth familiarizing yourself with.

GaGambler345 reads

The help given of course is only as good as the person/s giving it.  

That said, your link is one of the better ones I have seen and yes the basics given pretty much apply in any state in the country.

Great read!  

Posted By: Samois
So, it seems that the internet really can be a friend.  
   
 Here is what I just found. It is written by a law firm in Minnesota but the basics will probably stand in any state of the union. Its a good read and worth familiarizing yourself with.

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