California AB63 would criminalize loitering with intent to commit prostitution in public places.

California AB63 adds a new section to the Penal Code, making it unlawful for any person to loiter in a public place with the intent to commit prostitution. This intent is evidenced by actions such as repeatedly soliciting pedestrians or motorists. The bill outlines specific behaviors that indicate intent, such as hailing vehicles or circling areas in a vehicle. It also provides exceptions, such as not applying to children under 18 and prohibiting arrests based on gender identity or sexual orientation.

California AB63 would criminalize loitering with intent to commit prostitution in public places.

California AB63 adds a new section to the Penal Code, making it unlawful for any person to loiter in a public place with the intent to commit prostitution. This intent is evidenced by actions such as repeatedly soliciting pedestrians or motorists. The bill outlines specific behaviors that indicate intent, such as hailing vehicles or circling areas in a vehicle. It also provides exceptions, such as not applying to children under 18 and prohibiting arrests based on gender identity or sexual orientation.