Prostitution Lawyer in Boise
Board-Certified Defense. Over 1,000 Cases. No Judgment.
A prostitution or solicitation arrest doesn’t have to define what comes next. Idaho law carries real consequences for these charges, but a charge isn’t a conviction, and what happens in the days immediately after an arrest matters. At Atkinson Law Office, we’ve defended clients across Boise and Ada County since 2010, and our approach starts from a single premise: you are innocent until proven guilty.
Our firm is led by a board-certified criminal law specialist, and our partners bring something most defense attorneys don’t: personal experience as defendants in the criminal justice system. That background shapes how we listen, how we build strategy, and how we treat every client. With over 1,000 cases handled and a success rate above 90 percent, we offer representation at affordable rates, with free consultations available in person or virtually.
Facing a prostitution or solicitation charge in Boise? Call us at (208) 670-8164 for a free, confidential consultation. We’re here to listen without judgment and help you understand your options.
Understanding Idaho’s Commercial Sexual Activity Charges
Idaho restructured its prostitution laws under Title 18, Chapter 56 of the Idaho Code, using the term “commercial sexual activity” to describe the full range of offenses. Knowing which charge applies to your situation is the first step toward understanding what you’re facing.
Providing Commercial Sexual Activity (Idaho Code §18-5613):
This statute covers engaging in, offering, or agreeing to engage in sexual contact for a fee, as well as loitering in public for the purpose of being hired for sexual contact. A first or second offense is a misdemeanor. A third or subsequent conviction, including prior prostitution-related convictions, elevates the charge to a felony.
Soliciting Commercial Sexual Activity (Idaho Code §18-5614):
This statute covers paying, offering to pay, or agreeing to pay another person for sexual contact, or arranging for a third person to engage in sexual contact for a fee. Under Idaho law as amended effective July 1, 2026, penalties depend on the defendant’s age. For persons aged 18–20, a first offense is a misdemeanor carrying a mandatory minimum of 5 days in jail, up to one year imprisonment, and a fine up to $2,000. A second or subsequent conviction becomes a felony. For persons 21 and older, solicitation is a felony from the first offense, carrying a mandatory minimum of six months in jail, up to three years imprisonment, and a fine up to $10,000.
Related Felony Offenses:
Procurement, pimping, harboring, and human trafficking under Idaho Code §§18-5602 through 18-5607 are felonies from the first offense, punishable by 2 to 20 years imprisonment and fines ranging from $1,000 to $50,000.
Even a misdemeanor conviction creates a public criminal record that can follow you into employment screenings, housing applications, and professional licensing reviews. The stakes extend well beyond a fine or a short jail term.
Talk to a Prostitution Defense Attorney in Boise Today
The earlier you get an attorney involved, the more options may be available. We offer free consultations, including virtual appointments, for clients throughout Boise and Ada County. Call Atkinson Law Office at (208) 670-8164 or reach out online to schedule yours.
Why Trust Atkinson Law Office?
What Sets Us Apart
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Empathetic GuidanceUnderstanding the personal and legal challenges our clients face, we offer empathetic guidance and unwavering support to help them navigate their DUI cases with confidence.
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Dedicated AdvocacyWe are committed to providing diligent and ethical representation, fighting for the best possible outcomes while maintaining the integrity of the legal profession.
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Compassionate RepresentationWe genuinely care about our clients' well-being and future, offering compassionate and personalized legal support through every step of their DUI case.
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Integrity and TransparencyWe uphold the highest standards of honesty and transparency in all our dealings, ensuring our clients are always well-informed and trust in the legal process.
Defense Strategies in Prostitution & Solicitation Cases
Every case turns on its own facts, and the right defense depends on the specific evidence and circumstances surrounding the arrest. Because our partners have been on the other side of the justice system themselves, they know how to identify the procedural and evidentiary vulnerabilities that matter. These are the categories of arguments we evaluate in commercial sexual activity cases.
- Entrapment: Sting operations are a common enforcement method in prostitution cases. If law enforcement induced you to commit an offense you wouldn’t otherwise have committed, entrapment may be a viable defense.
- Lack of agreement or intent: Idaho’s statutes require an actual or offered agreement to exchange sexual contact for a fee. When the evidence doesn’t establish that agreement clearly, this element can be challenged.
- Evidentiary and procedural challenges: We examine how evidence was gathered, whether searches and arrests were conducted lawfully, and whether any constitutional violations affected the integrity of the case.
- Trafficking victim affirmative defense: Under Idaho Code §18-5613(3), a defendant who was being exploited at the time of the alleged offense may have a statutory defense available. This requires a factual showing and is something we evaluate carefully in each case.
- Negotiation before charges are finalized: Early attorney involvement creates the opportunity to engage with prosecutors before charges are fully processed, which can sometimes result in reduced charges or other possible outcomes.
Our firm handles both state and federal criminal matters, which matters when a case involves interstate elements or federal statutes. We believe you are innocent until proven guilty, and that belief is where every defense strategy we build begins.
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Why Boise Clients Choose Atkinson Law Office for Prostitution Defense
There are things about a prostitution or solicitation charge that most attorneys won’t fully understand, because they’ve never stood where you’re standing. Our partners have. Both have personal experience as defendants in the criminal justice system, and that shapes everything from how they hear a client’s story to how they identify where the system failed to follow its own rules.
Here’s what you get when you work with our firm:
- Board-certified criminal law specialist leading your defense
- Over 1,000 cases handled with a success rate above 90 percent
- State and federal court representation for cases with interstate or federal dimensions
- Non-judgmental approach grounded in the genuine belief that everyone is innocent until proven guilty
- Multilingual service in Bosnian, Croatian, and Serbian for clients who need it
- Affordable rates with financing available through Sunbit
- Free consultations, including virtual appointments, for clients throughout Boise and the broader Treasure Valley
We’ve been representing clients in Ada County since 2010. If you’re facing a prostitution or solicitation charge, don’t wait to get counsel involved. Call Atkinson Law Office at (208) 670-8164 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation.