Understanding the Punishment That Goes Along With a Prostitution Conviction in Arizona
Fortunately, prostitution in the state of Arizona is not a felony offense. It is, however, a class one misdemeanor, meaning it does come with the possibility of having to spend a significant amount of time behind bars. The punishment for a conviction of prostitution in Arizona comes with:
- A mandatory minimum of at least 15 days in jail
- A maximum of six months in jail
You may also have to pay a $2,500 fine; this fine comes with an 84 percent surcharge. And there is also a chance that you may be given three years of probation. As part of your probation, you will likely have to take part in classes and counseling.
If you have already been convicted of a prostitution charge in Arizona, then the mandatory minimum that comes along with your second conviction increases to:
- 30 days minimum in jail
If this is your third offense, it goes up to 60 days minimum in jail. And if you have already had three prior convictions of the same offense, then your fourth conviction will result in a minimum of six months in jail. It should also be noted that as a fourth offense, then the charge is classified as a class five felony in Arizona. The minimum punishment is six months, but it can extend up to 2.5 years in prison.