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French Law Bans Buying Prostitutes, Offering Help Instead Of Punishment
Source: Reuters
French Law Bans Buying Prostitutes, Offering Help Instead Of Punishment
04/07/2016 09:45 am ET
Reuters Rina Chandran
France passed one of the toughest laws in Europe against buying sex on Wednesday, but supporters say it’s one of the most progressive for prostitutes.
The bill puts the onus of prostitution on the client, and decriminalizes the act for prostitutes, making room for sex workers to seek out rehabilitation and alternative ways to make a living, according to France24.
Those who buy sex will be punished with fines and compelled to attend classes to learn about the harmful effects prostitution has on sex workers, according to the Associated Press.
The client will first face a 1,500-euro fine ($1,700). That would climb to 3,750 euros ($4,250) for a second offense.
For sex workers, 4.8 million euros (more than $5 million) will be available to help them find other jobs. It will also offer a six-month residency permit for foreign sex workers, AFP reported.
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04/07/2016 09:45 am ET
Reuters Rina Chandran
France passed one of the toughest laws in Europe against buying sex on Wednesday, but supporters say it’s one of the most progressive for prostitutes.
The bill puts the onus of prostitution on the client, and decriminalizes the act for prostitutes, making room for sex workers to seek out rehabilitation and alternative ways to make a living, according to France24.
Those who buy sex will be punished with fines and compelled to attend classes to learn about the harmful effects prostitution has on sex workers, according to the Associated Press.
The client will first face a 1,500-euro fine ($1,700). That would climb to 3,750 euros ($4,250) for a second offense.
For sex workers, 4.8 million euros (more than $5 million) will be available to help them find other jobs. It will also offer a six-month residency permit for foreign sex workers, AFP reported.
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