What are the Pandering Laws in California?

Pimping and Pandering Laws in California – Penal Code 266(h) and 266(i) PC

In California, pimping and pandering are serious criminal offenses under Penal Code 266h and 266i. These laws make it illegal to encourage, induce, or persuade someone to engage in prostitution, or to live off the earnings of prostitution. Both pimping and pandering are felony offenses that can result in lengthy prison sentences and substantial fines.

Pimping – Penal Code 266h

California’s pimping law prohibits anyone from knowingly benefiting from another person’s earnings through prostitution or soliciting customers on their behalf. This can include:

Living off a prostitute’s earnings, such as receiving money, clothing, or shelter provided by the individual.

Soliciting customers for a prostitute.

Collecting or receiving money earned from prostitution.

To secure a conviction under PC 266h, prosecutors must prove that the defendant knowingly lived off the earnings of a prostitute or solicited customers, and that they were aware the person was involved in prostitution.

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