Reform of prostitution laws introduced into state parliament
Source: Queensland. Minister for Police, Corrective Services and Emergency Services. Media Release
“Illegal brothel operators could be jailed for up to seven years and their assets seized under sweeping changes to prostitution laws introduced into the Queensland Parliament today by Police Minister Neil Roberts. Mr Roberts said the amendments targeted illegal operators masquerading as social escort agencies. “The new laws directly target those who carry on a business of unlawful prostitution in Queensland,” he said. “New penalties will fit the crime, including asset confiscation and terms of imprisonment of up to seven years. “The amendments will also make it an offence for social escort agencies to employ minors. They send a clear message that illegal prostitution will continue to be targeted in Queensland.”