Seattle leaders say they're fed up with the violence and sexual exploitation in the north part of the city, specifically Aurora Avenue.
Seattle leaders say they're fed up with the violence and sexual exploitation in the north part of the city, specifically Aurora Avenue.On Tuesday, Seattle City Council members are expected to move forward with plans to crack down on gangs and prostitution along the infamous roadway.The newly proposed law would hold pimps and johns accountable to the fullest extent of punishment, and work to save sex-trafficked women with diversion programs and resources.
Seattle Councilmember Cathy Moore's proposal targets people circling the block looking for sex, or gangs loitering in the neighborhood. The proposal goes as far as banning convicted offenders from returning to the hot spot of sex crimes on Aurora. It would allow judges to issue a "Stay Out of Area Prostitution" order.For sex workers, Moore's proposal looks to provide diversion opportunities instead of jail time.
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