Prostitution flourishes in Nevada – some of it legal – much of it illegal – all of it untaxed

   Brothels provide a legal service in many parts of our state – yet they are not taxed.  In addition, an estimated one million dollars changes hands every day in Nevada in unregulated transactions for sexual services – none of this is taxed.

Obviously, consumers are willing to pay for these services which are provided by other consenting adults.  Furthermore, the businesses themselves are willing to collect and pay taxes to the state and to their local communities.  The question is:  why aren’t our “leaders” in Carson City at least discussing this taxing option?

A further step forward would be for the state to allow the regulation and taxation of prostitution to be an option for every county and city in Nevada.  It is far easier to ensure public safety of an activity that is legal.

Taxing, regulating and providing equal access to prostitution would reduce crime, improve public health, increase tax revenue, and allow for individuals to make their own choices.