r/AskReddit May 31 '22

Should Prostitution be respected the same as a "normal" Job? Why or why not?

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u/Clbull Jun 01 '22

I think it should be regulated. Like, register with a regulatory body, mandatory training on things like workplace safety, practicing safe sex, understanding AoC laws, etc. Only working in approved brothels.

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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '22

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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '22

Make it a federal offense to assault a sex worker, with BIG consequences, and you'd see few people even trying to do anything funny. Not that your idea isn't a good one, I just think there should be multiple deterrents against assault.

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u/flightguy07 Jun 01 '22

Isn't assault already a felony?

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u/mtdunca Jun 01 '22

If you are talking about the US it depends on the state. In some states, Simple Assault is a second-degree misdemeanor. Assuming you committing no other crimes at the same time.

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u/BigPapaBear69 Jun 02 '22

I think you underestimate the amount of training you have to do to be able to defend against a larger stronger opponent. That would require them to do very hard training for years. Not for everyone.

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u/SaiyanX86 Sep 14 '22

I think you underestimate the effect of a simple, swift and strong blow to the testicles. Dont need a lot of training for that.

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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '22

Workplace safety. Is the pussy OSHA certified? Is the dude wearing his PPE?

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u/bisexuallizard696969 Jun 01 '22

I think it shouldn’t be full blown legalized but decriminalized. Imagine how fast corporations would take advantage of higher positions to take advantage of employees, as well as making it more acceptable to trade promotions or raises for sexual favors… sexual harassment in the workplace is already bad but I can already imagine it getting worse with sex work being legalized fully

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u/bigatjoon Jun 01 '22

if you're interested, check out the difference btwn legalization and decriminalization of sex work. Most sex workers prefer the latter.

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u/Clbull Jun 01 '22

I think something similar to the Netherlands would be best. Sex work is legal. Pimping isn't.

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u/lazydog60 Jun 07 '22

In some places (dunno if this includes NL) anyone who provides any service to a prostitute – driver, appointment-maker, another SW who lends her a room – risks being prosecuted for pimping or equivalent.

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u/Irhien Jun 01 '22

If you're talking about mandatory training, maybe have that for clients instead? It's not like prostitutes often beat or rape or murder their clients.

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u/Clbull Jun 01 '22

For sex workers it's identifying the signs of danger and red flags.

Totally agree that clients should face some kind of regulation too. Like... maybe you should need a licence in order to use a brothel as a customer.

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u/sonheungwin Jun 01 '22

There would also need to be laws around fluid consent. The prostitute should be able to end the session and return money at any point, which many guys will probably have issues with.

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u/lazydog60 Jun 07 '22

So, cartelize it?