Illinois HB3518 decriminalizes prostitution, treating it as a civil violation instead of a criminal offense.
Illinois HB3518 changes the legal status of prostitution from a criminal offense to a civil violation. This bill aims to reduce the criminalization of sex workers, potentially impacting their interactions with law enforcement and the judicial system. It redefines penalties and enforcement mechanisms to focus on civil rather than criminal proceedings.
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