5 Ways Las Vegas Prostitutes Scam You

Summary

This video script serves as a cautionary guide for visitors to Las Vegas, detailing the legal intricacies and potential dangers associated with prostitution in the city. It clarifies that while prostitution is legal in some Nevada counties, it is strictly regulated and prohibited in Clark County, where Las Vegas is located. The script warns of common scams and the risks of engaging with sex workers, including theft, drugging, and robbery, emphasizing the importance of being aware of the laws and the potential for danger in certain situations. It advises tourists to enjoy their vacation safely and to be vigilant against scams that could lead to loss of property or personal harm.

Takeaways

• 🚨 Las Vegas, known as Sin City, has a reputation for allowing vices that were illegal elsewhere in the U.S., such as gambling, alcohol during prohibition, and prostitution.
• 👮‍♂️ Prostitution is legal in some parts of Nevada but not in Clark County, where Las Vegas is located, due to its population exceeding 700,000.
• 💸 Escorting, or charging for company, is legal in Clark County, regardless of clothing, unlike prostitution which requires a brothel.
• 🚫 Engaging in illegal prostitution in Las Vegas can result in misdemeanor charges, potential jail time, fines, and civil penalties.
• 🔍 First-time prostitution offenders may have charges dismissed by paying fines, doing community service, or attending an AIDS awareness class.
• 🤝 Beware of potential scams and thefts when interacting with prostitutes, including pickpocketing and drink spiking.
• 🏨 Hotel room scenarios can escalate from theft to more dangerous situations like robbery or assault if the prostitute involves others.
• 📍 Staying at major properties on the strip can offer more security and safety measures compared to smaller motels.
• ⚠️ The most dangerous situation is being lured to a location controlled by the prostitute, which could lead to robbery at gunpoint.
• 🛑 The video serves as a cautionary guide to help tourists be aware of the legalities and potential dangers in Las Vegas to ensure a safe and enjoyable vacation.

Q & A

What is the nickname of Las Vegas and why is it called that?

Las Vegas is nicknamed 'Sin City' because it was built on allowing people to explore vices that were illegal in many other parts of the U.S., such as gambling, alcohol during prohibition, and prostitution.

Is prostitution legal in all parts of Nevada?

No, prostitution is not legal in all parts of Nevada. It is legal and regulated in 10 of Nevada's 16 counties, but only inside brothels. Clark County, where Las Vegas is located, does not allow legalized prostitution due to its population exceeding 700,000.

What is the legal status of escorting in Clark County, Nevada?

Escorting, which involves charging someone for their company, is legal in Clark County, Nevada, regardless of the amount of clothing worn by the person.

What are the potential consequences of being arrested for prostitution in Las Vegas?

For a first-time offender, the charge is a misdemeanor, which could result in up to six months in jail or a fine of up to $1,000. Additionally, there is a $400 fine and a $200 civil penalty. However, a first-time offense can often be dismissed and removed from the record if certain conditions are met, such as paying a fine, doing community service, or attending an AIDS awareness class.

How can tourists be scammed or ripped off while engaging with prostitution in Las Vegas?

Tourists can be scammed or ripped off through various means, such as theft by a group of prostitutes who distract the victim while one of them steals personal belongings, or by being drugged and robbed in public places like bars or clubs.

What is the best-case scenario for a robbery involving a prostitute in a hotel room?

The best-case scenario is if the prostitute attempts to create a distraction to steal the client's wallet and run away. If caught quickly, it may create a scene and potentially involve security or police, but the client's loss is limited to material possessions that can be replaced.

What is the worst-case scenario when a client is robbed after bringing a prostitute back to their hotel room?

The worst-case scenario is when the prostitute texts the room number to others, leading to a group of people entering the room to rob the client. This situation is dangerous as the client is outnumbered and unprepared, potentially facing weapons and a higher risk of violence.

Why are smaller motels or hotels more dangerous for clients engaging with prostitution compared to larger properties on the strip?

Smaller motels often lack security measures like room key checks, security personnel, long hallways, and police presence. This makes it easier for robberies to be planned and executed without detection, increasing the danger for clients.

What advice does the video give to tourists visiting Las Vegas to stay safe?

The video advises tourists to be aware of the laws, understand the potential dangers, and avoid engaging in illegal activities or putting themselves in vulnerable situations. It emphasizes the importance of staying safe while enjoying their vacation.

What are some common scams that tourists might encounter in Las Vegas?

Tourists might encounter scams that involve theft, drugging, or extortion, often related to illegal activities like prostitution. The video highlights the importance of being aware of such scams to avoid becoming a victim.

Outlines

00:00

🚔 Legal and Safety Concerns in Las Vegas

The speaker begins by discussing the potential dangers of visiting Las Vegas, highlighting that while the city is known for its vices and lenient laws, it also carries risks. The video aims to educate viewers on how to avoid being scammed or worse, harmed, during their stay. It clarifies misconceptions about the legality of prostitution in Nevada, explaining that while it is legal in some counties, it is strictly regulated and not allowed in Clark County, where Las Vegas is located. The speaker warns that engaging in prostitution can lead to misdemeanor charges, including possible jail time or fines. The video also touches on the broader topic of personal safety, advising viewers to be aware of their surroundings and the potential for theft or other crimes.

05:02

💸 Common Scams and Robberies in Las Vegas

The second paragraph delves into specific scenarios where tourists might fall victim to scams or robberies. It describes how individuals might be approached by groups of people who appear friendly but have the intent to steal personal belongings. The speaker recounts a personal experience where a man was drugged in a club, leading to a potential robbery attempt. The paragraph outlines various situations, from being in public places to returning to a hotel room, where tourists could be at risk. It emphasizes the importance of being vigilant and cautious, especially when in the company of strangers, and the potential consequences of being caught off guard, such as robbery or assault.

10:02

🏨 The Risks of Off-Strip Accommodations

In the final paragraph, the speaker discusses the extreme dangers of being lured to a location controlled by the potential scammer or criminal, such as a motel outside of the main tourist areas. The speaker uses the example of the south end of the strip, where less reputable establishments are located, to illustrate the potential for robbery at gunpoint. The paragraph contrasts the safety measures in place at larger casinos with the lack of such protections in smaller motels, emphasizing the ease with which a robbery can be orchestrated in the latter. The speaker concludes by reminding viewers to enjoy their vacation responsibly and to be aware of the legal and personal risks associated with certain activities, urging them to stay safe while having fun.

Keywords

💡Las Vegas

Las Vegas, often referred to as 'Sin City,' is a city in Nevada known for its casinos, entertainment options, and legal vices that are illegal in many other parts of the U.S. In the video, it is highlighted as a place where people can explore various activities that are restricted elsewhere, such as gambling and prostitution, which contributes to its reputation and the potential dangers discussed.

💡Prostitution

Prostitution refers to the act of engaging in sexual activity in exchange for payment. The video script clarifies that while it is legal in some parts of Nevada, it is not legal in Clark County, where Las Vegas is located. This distinction is crucial as it informs tourists about the legal boundaries and the potential risks of engaging in such activities.

💡Escorting

Escorting, as mentioned in the video, is the act of charging someone for companionship, which is legal in Clark County, Las Vegas. The term is used to differentiate between legal and illegal activities, emphasizing that while prostitution is illegal, escorting is not, and it plays a role in the various scams and dangers discussed.

💡Misdemeanor

A misdemeanor is a criminal offense that is less serious than a felony and is punishable by a fine and/or imprisonment for less than a year. In the context of the video, it is explained that being arrested for prostitution as a first-time offender in Las Vegas would result in a misdemeanor charge, which could lead to a fine or jail time.

💡Scams

Scams refer to fraudulent or dishonest schemes to deceive people, typically for financial gain. The video discusses various scenarios where tourists in Las Vegas might fall victim to scams, especially when engaging with the sex trade, highlighting the importance of being aware of potential dangers.

💡Drugging

Drugging involves administering drugs, often covertly, to incapacitate or influence someone's behavior. The video script includes an example of a scenario where a tourist's drink is drugged, leading to robbery, emphasizing the risks associated with engaging with strangers in unfamiliar environments.

💡Pimp

A pimp is a person who controls prostitutes and lives off their earnings. In the video, the term is used in the context of a worst-case scenario where a prostitute might involve their pimp in a robbery scheme, illustrating the potential dangers and criminal elements associated with illegal activities.

💡Robbery

Robbery is the crime of stealing from a person or in their presence by using force or threat of force. The video script describes several scenarios where robbery could occur, particularly in the context of engaging with prostitution, highlighting the physical and financial risks involved.

💡Strip

The Strip in Las Vegas refers to the stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard South that is known for its concentration of casinos and entertainment options. The video uses 'the Strip' as a setting for various scenarios, emphasizing the potential for scams and dangers even in the most popular and seemingly safe areas of the city.

💡Vices

Vices are habits or practices considered morally or socially wrong, such as gambling, drinking, or prostitution. The video script discusses Las Vegas as a place built on allowing people to explore various vices, which contributes to its reputation and the associated risks and legal complexities.

Highlights

Las Vegas, known as Sin City, has a reputation for allowing vices that were illegal elsewhere in the U.S.

The video aims to educate viewers on the legalities and dangers of engaging in activities like prostitution in Las Vegas.

Prostitution is legal in some counties in Nevada but not in Clark County, where Las Vegas is located.

Escorting, or charging for company, is legal in Clark County, regardless of clothing.

First-time offenders of prostitution in Las Vegas face misdemeanor charges, potential jail time, or fines.

First-time prostitution offenses can be dismissed with fines, community service, or attending an AIDS awareness class.

Theft is a common risk when interacting with prostitutes on the street in Las Vegas.

Being drugged is a risk when in public places with individuals involved in prostitution.

In some cases, individuals have been drugged and robbed by those they met on the strip.

The best-case scenario of robbery involves the perpetrator creating a distraction to steal and escape.

Worst-case scenarios involve being robbed at gunpoint or being set up in a controlled environment by the prostitute.

Large casino properties offer some safety measures like security checks and cameras.

Smaller motels lack security and can be more dangerous for such encounters.

The video advises tourists to be aware of the laws and potential scams to ensure a safe and enjoyable vacation in Las Vegas.

The presenter shares personal experiences and observations to illustrate the risks involved in certain activities.

Transcripts

now guys there are no guarantees in life

but if you wind up in this situation

here in las vegas you're probably going

to get robbed and possibly with a gun in

your face

las vegas aka sin city a place built on

allowing people to explore all kinds of

vices that were illegal in many other

parts of the u.s whether it was being

able to gamble getting alcohol during

prohibition or finding a prostitute at

block 16 in the early 1900s where

fremont street is today a lot of this

city's reputation comes from people

being able to do things here that

oftentimes were not legal in other parts

of the country and one of those things

we're going to be talking about today

now this video is to help you not get

ripped off or worse when you come here

to las vegas you decide to engage in

something like this i'm doing this video

because i think a lot of people one are

confused about the laws here in las

vegas near nevada and two don't realize

how much danger they could be putting

themselves in if they were to get in

some situation like this and in a city

that many people think of as being very

anything goes

lots of things do go here in las vegas

but like any big city there's going to

be a potential element of danger if you

get in a situation where you don't know

what you're doing and you make yourself

vulnerable let me clear up any confusion

that you may possibly have when you come

here to las vegas about the laws here in

nevada many tourists understand that

prostitution is legal in nevada what

many tourists do not understand is that

prostitution is not legal through all

parts of nevada now here in the state of

nevada we have 16 counties in 10 of

those counties there is legalized

prostitution however within those

counties the prostitution is regulated

and it can only legally take place

inside of a brothel nevada law says that

any county that has a population of more

than 700 000 people

cannot have legalized prostitution clark

county where las vegas is where the

strip is right here has over two million

people which means it is not legal here

in clark county

however

escorting which is simply charging

someone for their company is perfectly

legal is 100 legal here in clark county

regardless of how much or how little

clothing the person is wearing now in

case any of you are wondering what

happens if you are arrested here in las

vegas for engaging in prostitution let

me tell you if you are arrested as a

first-time offender for engaging in

prostitution here in las vegas you're

going to be facing a misdemeanor charge

which could be up to six months in jail

or simply a thousand dollar fine in

addition to that you will pay 400 fine

plus a 200 civil penalty however a

first-time offense can often get

dismissed and be removed from your

record if you pay a fine do community

service or go to an aids awareness class

often called john school okay okay now

let's talk about how you can get scammed

or ripped off engaging in prostitution

whether you're just out and about by

yourself walking the strip whether you

are out in a public place with a

prostitute or if you're actually back at

the hotel room now the first way can

happen to anyone even if you're not out

here trying to solicit this is pretty

much uh everyday thievery that takes

place here in las vegas and you know

cities across the world this is where

you might be walking on the strip by

yourself with a group you talk to a

group of prostitutes they come engage in

conversation there will usually be a

group of them two three or more they'll

talk with you they'll chat with you

oftentimes show you some affection as

well to try to grab your attention

while one of them takes your phone takes

your wallet or something like that

particularly out of your back pocket and

then hands it off to another one who's

walking around behind them they hand off

to someone else so if you do notice it

they both show their hands they say hey

i don't have it i don't know what you're

talking about but by that time they've

already handed off to someone else and

they're often walking away with your

property the second way you get ripped

off is if you are out in public together

at a bar a restaurant a club or

something like that and they decide to

uh drug your drink i've actually seen

the aftermath of this specific scenario

this happened years ago at a club i was

working at where one male customer came

in with three women that he had just met

just met them on the strip one guy by

himself with three women he adjusted on

the strip came into the strip club where

i was working at the four of them sat

down at one table and surprisingly one

of the strippers actually joined them

now i say surprisingly because generally

strippers hate

when you bring women that you just met

out on the strip to the club because at

the club the women who work there are

already competing with each other to try

to make money so when you bring in

outside competition you make their job

even harder than it already is because

the women you just brought with you that

you just met on the strip they're going

to be trying to get money out of you so

they're going to be trying to get money

out of you the women who work there at

the club are gonna have a harder time

getting money out of you because the

women you brought are going to be very

defensive long story short after they

are there at the club for some time i am

over by the front door in the entryway

area and one of the senior hosts i see

has to carry this guy to the front door

a guy is almost dead weight i mean he

looked worse than if he were just drunk

so the host had to carry the guy because

come to find out that

the three women he came with not only

drugged him in their drink they also

drugged the stripper that was at their

table as well now i don't know if they

actually did rob the guy the upper

management took the case from there they

handled the whole thing but the only

reason they're going to drug you like

that is to simply rob you that situation

already ended badly for that guy but

fortunately he was in a place where

there were employees and there were

staff to actually look out for him if

that happens to you and there's no one

around to look out for you you put

yourself in far more danger the final

three points we're going to talk about

all involve you actually making it back

to the room now we're going to go over

the best case scenario we're going to go

over a worst case scenario and we're

going to go over the worst case scenario

and all of these assume that you're

staying at one of the major properties

here on the strip in this third scenario

you've already talked to her you've

already agreed to a certain amount

and you've agreed to go ahead and go

back to your room now maybe you're gonna

get what you bargained for

but if you are going to get robbed your

best case scenario if you're going to

get robbed in this is that she tries to

create some way to just take your wallet

and run out of the room whether it's

actually drugging you like in the

example earlier or whether that's you go

to the bathroom real quickly and she

grabs your wallet and runs out of the

room anything along those lines where

she tries to create a distraction is her

trying to create an opportunity to just

take your stuff and run say she runs out

of there and you actually notice it

right away and she runs out down the

hallway and you go run and you catch her

you're still probably screwed because

that's going to create a big scene in

the casino that's going to create a big

scene in the hotel room areas she's

probably going to be screaming making a

scene other guests may come out of their

rooms or just call security when they

show up they're going to want to know

what happened for their own incident

report and because they're going to want

to know what happened they're going to

file a report on it they could possibly

end up getting the police involved these

major casinos here in las vegas often

times have police on property 24 7 they

have police on property so if they need

someone they can have them come and

handle a situation like this that's why

i say this is probably the best case

scenario that all you lost were your

credit cards you lost your cash you lost

your id you lost your wallet but all of

those things can be replaced the fourth

situation we're going to be talking

about right now is definitely the worst

case scenario to be in this is where

again you make it back to your hotel

room but

she texts somebody the room number

you're in so this could be her pimp this

could be several guys and they wind up

coming up to your room and you are not

ready for it in a scenario like this

understand that she may even make this a

condition in order for the deal to go

down and happen she might say well hey i

won't go back to your room unless you

tell me what room number you're in so

that i can let my friends my girlfriend

or whoever know that i am safe

now just think about this when you get

to the room if she doesn't say that but

you go to the room anyway she's

obviously going to be looking for the

room number so that she can text that

out to other people so she can text it

out to someone and let them know now

what you have to look out for is she

says something like i need to text my

friend i need to text somebody let them

know i'm okay let them know where i'm at

she might do that right in front of you

she might go to the bathroom say hey i

need a moment to get prepared and then

send the text out then and if she does

the countdown has already started and

you don't even know it at this point

you're in a pretty vulnerable spot

because you are totally unprepared you

are outnumbered and you may have weapons

pulled on you just to incentivize you to

hand over your stuff even quicker if

there's one thing that is going to be

your saving grace in a situation like

this it is that you are in one of these

bigger properties here on the strip

because the sheer size of it alone gives

you a little bit of help a little bit of

an advantage to being able to notice if

something like this is coming these

properties will oftentimes now be

checking for room keys at the elevator

so if they don't have a room key

oftentimes they cannot get by the

security to go ahead and get in the

elevator if they can get in the elevator

and they're in there with you

hopefully you would notice that

something seems a little out of place

also if you go up to the room so you are

going down the hallway they came up in a

separate elevator and they happen to get

up there you know just behind you you're

going down a really long hallway and

some of these big properties here and

there's not a whole lot of place for

people to hide if they are following you

they could try to sneak off like you

know in front of someone else's door if

you turn around but the chance to be

able to actually do that notice it and

time it are going to be difficult so

that long narrow hallway you're walking

down can actually help you if you hear

something you look behind you you see to

give you a little bit of a clue that

something bad might be about to happen

the fifth and final scenario i want to

talk about is the worst the absolute

worst case scenario and the whole reason

i'm walking down this end of the strip

is to show you the exact type of place

you don't want to end up at because it's

the same situation the two scenarios

before but this time you made the

horrible

decision to not go back to your room but

to go to a room that she said you guys

should go back to to go to a place that

she controls

now guys there are no guarantees in life

but if you wind up in this situation

here in las vegas you're probably gonna

get robbed and possibly with a gun in

your face now if you guys remember the

video i did last year about the five

sketchiest hotels motels places like

that to stay here on the strip very

popular video here on the channel

several of them were down here at the

south end of the strip now there are

places that are going to be sketchy

shady give you kind of a bad vibe on the

strip off the strip downtown all over

the area big cities all across the world

that's nothing new but these are the

kinds of places you exactly don't want

to end up going to in this scenario the

biggest reason i say that is because you

look at the logistics

of a small motel like this

versus one of the major casinos hotels

and casinos over on the strip a lot of

things that can protect you over on the

strip and those big properties do not

exist when you're at some small motel

like this oftentimes these motels

are one story maybe two stories so

there's no elevator so there's no

barrier to have you know room keys

checked there's no oftentimes no

security there's no long hallways uh

there's no police on property there

might be no cameras over at a spot like

this so when you come to a place like

this it's way easier to set someone up

to get robbed because they could be

right here on the first floor somebody

could be waiting around the corner for

you or you go into the room and you have

absolutely no idea who is inside there

waiting for you look when you guys come

here on vacation you're going to make

your own decisions you can do what you

want to have fun and live your life the

way you want while you're here now

any large tourist area is going to have

its fair share of scams that people try

to run on tourists sometimes those scams

just get money out of you sometimes they

do involve a certain element of danger

but when you're here on vacation enjoy

yourself have fun but this video was

just help you be able to be aware of

some of these scams some of the danger

you could be putting yourself in because

you either don't know the law or you

think that something that here that is

you think is legal is actually not legal

and you want to put yourself in a lot of

danger without knowing it so come on

vacation enjoy yourself stay safe with

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one i am jacob and this is my life in

vegas

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