Washtenaw County Attorney announces office will stop prosecuting charges for consensual sex work

WASHTENAW COUNTY, Mich. – The Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office will stop prosecuting charges against those who work consensually in the sex industry.

“We’re focused on the crime that is really hurting the community,” said Eli Savit, Washtenaw County Attorney.

No charges will be filed against pampered sex workers, officials said.

“We’re saying we don’t consensually charge for simple sexual exchange for money,” Savit said.

The prosecutor will continue to work cases against human traffickers and those who may detain people against their will.

Sandra Ramocan works closely with sex workers in the “Alternative for Girls” organization and believes it is a step in the right direction, as long as sex is fully consensual.

“As an agency, we say we think it’s a good thing, you know, because while we’re working with these sex work survivors, they’re coming into us to get some services. These criminal records follow them, “Ramocan said.

“I have no tolerance for human traffickers. They will be a priority in our prosecution. We will go after them. This policy is aimed at ensuring that we do not see an increase in human trafficking and that we are aware of when it occurs, ”said Savit.

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