Its forbidden to buy sexual services anywhere for Norwegian Citizens – but what now? - Stavanger Aftenblad
From the New Year onward it became illegal for Norwegian citizens to buy sex. "Human beings are not trade items," maintains the Norwegian Minister of Justice. Now in its 14th day of operation, a new law in Norway makes it a criminal act to pay for sexual favors both within the country and outside it if you’re a Norwegian citizen. Based partly on a similar law instituted by Sweden in 1999, it is expected to greatly reduce the number of prostitutes currently working the streets of Oslo and Stavanger. The prostitutes selling their services, however, will not be liable to prosecution under the new law. Only the customers will face charges of buying sex. Those caught could be given six months in jail, a fine, or both. If the sexual act involves minors or other special circumstances, the penalties could be much greater.
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