i stopped to buy a pack of smokes and a lady,approached me and asked if i wanted a date.and stupidily said yes.then she told me where she was going to be.i told her i was going to find a parking and decided to drive away.a few minutes later i was stopped by police and told that i had committed a crime. its only later i realised that i had been set up,and the lady was an under cover cop.i was then issued with a ticket and asked to apper in court. does anybody know the procedure,what happens in court?do i have a record.? and how much will the fine be.should i plead guilty even though i didn't go through with the ordeal.please can someone advise.
2006-09-21 15:45:43 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
How the heck were you suppose to know a "date" meant you would be paying for sex? I would fight this allllll the way! I didn't think it was prostitution until money changed hands. Is this a city or state law? Find a copy of the statute online and study it thoroughly.
2006-09-21 15:51:27 · answer #1 · answered by mickeyg1958 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For the uninitiated, when a scantily dressed woman asks if you want a "date" it typically means she is a prostitute.
As to the question, if she asked you first, it sounds like entrapment. The police have to prove 2 things: 1 that you intended to "date" her and that you took steps toward completing the "date." It's an iffy situation, but I think you have a good story and should stick to it. It wouldn't hurt to consult a lawyer.
When you appear before the judge the first time he will identify you and inform you of your charges. This is called an 'arraignment'. You will be asked to enter a plea - this should be 'NOT GUILTY'. Don't say anything else at this time other than you would like some time from the court to consult an attorney. The judge should set you another hearing date. Before that date you should have consulted, and preferably hired, a good local criminal defense attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, you should ask to have a public defender appointed. NOTE: Some courts only appoint public defenders if the crime carries a potential jail sentence. Don't plead guilty or pay any fine until you have spoken to an attorney.
You can negotiate a plea on your own. It's difficult, and a lot of prosecutors don't like dealing with the unrepresented public on anything more serious than a traffic offense. DO NOT MAKE ANY STATEMENTS TO THE PROSECUTING ATTORNEY THAT MAY INCRIMINATE YOU. Your Miranda Rights apply.
2006-09-21 15:58:37 · answer #2 · answered by shomechely 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Worst case try to plead no contest, this means you're not claiming guilt and you're not going to fight the charges. You pay a fine and move on. Make sure though it's not a record. Now what needs to be determined is whether this is entrapement or not. Ask for transcripts, recordings etc. If you said yes to the date then drove away you're not guilty. If you never discussed fees, you're not guilty. If she tryed to get you to participate in an act that you would normally not commit that could be classifed as entrapment. If you have to go to court talk to the judge and try to explain as best as you can. Here is the most important part. NEVER ANSWER AN UNASKED QUESTION!!! You may even consider a jury trial, request a lawyer, cause it is your right and hopefully while you were being arrested you didn't say anything. Anyway this is from my personal experience. Go to this site for some added help and good luck. http://www.bigdoggie.net/guides/aclu-busted.html
2006-09-21 16:03:39 · answer #3 · answered by austinguy62 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
vice squad?
well maybe she'll be there and she you can see each other.
If she asked you out on a "date" that is no big deal.
If you pay me 50$ I'll let you ram your ... into me, is that ok with you.
and you said yes,.. that may be another issue.
If you really disagree just call the judge a _____ and comptempt for the rest of your life. You may be put in jail.. but atleast you have the satisfaction of getting free room and board the rest of your life.
It is total bs.
Get a lawyer or say you are a sovereign individual and are immune to any law but your own, and that you have commited no wrongs and are in right, not guilty and acting pro bono socio , because you didn't feel like disapointing the girl by turning down her request for a date.
If you didn't offer money no biggie. But it isn't illegal to date people.
Prostetution is purchasing sex silly. Dating is spending time with someone doing something outside of a direct untaxable financial contract.
2006-09-21 15:57:53 · answer #4 · answered by intracircumcordei 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can't believe they cited you just for this. If you agreed to have sex with her and you discussed how much you were going to pay etc. then you would be in trouble. Have you been to a lawyer and asked him about this ? Keep us posted I want to know what happens next.
This sounds like some of the stuff that happening in Los Angeles. One day this guy tried to sell me a really nice camera for a cheap price. I really don't need a camera so I said no. Later my friend told me it could have been an undercover cop!!?? And I could have been in trouble for buying stolen propriety.
2006-09-21 16:22:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to an attorney - soon. If you are convicted you will have a record. If that's really all there is to it a good attorney should be able to get it dismissed - the conversation wasn't specific enough for a state criminal charge. If the are charging a city ordinance it may be enough. I'm a retired cop - I'm not giving you legal advice - my advice is "talk to an attorney". the first meeting with most attorneys is free
2006-09-21 16:37:55 · answer #6 · answered by GeoWiss 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello,
The criminal justice system works without restraint. When power has a monopoly it will be misused. I was jailed one time for something I did not do. If they arrested me again I would just tell them to go f*** off and I would go on a hunger strike. I will not give up my liberty again. I would rather die.
I know that is a rather drastic solution to your problem, but it is really all I have. Good luck to you, you have my best wishes all will work out OK with you.
Get a excellent lawyer, and DO NOT admit to anything you did not do!!!
Take care
2006-09-21 18:14:40 · answer #7 · answered by Radioactive1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't of been committed for the crime the lady should have been committed for it. She shouldn't of came up to you and ask you for a date. You shouldn't of said yes. You are going to get it now. Just appear in court and just sit or stand and pretend like nothing happened.
2006-09-25 07:56:42 · answer #8 · answered by Sam 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes if you are found guilty or plead guilty you will have a record.
You will go in, most likely with dozens of others that were also ccaught that night, Your name will be called and you will plead.
IF you plead not guilty, they may have a hearing at that time, or they may merely just set a date for a hearing.
If you plead guilty, they will tell you the fine and you go pay it or make arrangements to make payments
2006-09-21 16:10:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you are as guilty as they come. Best bet is to ask the judge for leniency and hope he considers your request. Yes, if found guilty you will have a criminal record. I am unaware of the fine in your area.
2006-09-21 15:53:08 · answer #10 · answered by spag 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋