Legislation approved to raise fines for those soliciting prostitutes in Milwaukee

By: CBS 58 Newsroom

Posted: Apr 16, 2019 9:26 PM CDT

NOW: Legislation approved to raise fines for those soliciting prostitutes in Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee Common Council approved legislation to increase penalties for people who solicit prostitutes.

Before the increase, fines started at $500. Now, fines start at $2,500.

City officials say they hope to end prostitution by targeting "Johns."

Residents are urged to call police if they see anything suspicious.