This bill amends New Jersey's laws regarding prostitution and related offenses, significantly increasing penalties and introducing new classifications for individuals involved in prostitution networks. It defines key terms such as "house of prostitution" and "promoting prostitution," detailing specific actions that fall under these definitions, including owning or managing a house of prostitution and soliciting patrons. The legislation classifies offenses related to promoting prostitution of minors as first-degree crimes, while other offenses are categorized as second or third-degree crimes, with mandatory minimum sentences for certain violations. Notably, it introduces the crimes of "leader of a prostitution network," classified as a second-degree crime, and "participant in a prostitution network," classified as a third-degree crime, with an affirmative defense for participants who are victims of human trafficking.

Additionally, the bill establishes that funds collected from prostitution-related offenses will be allocated to the "Human Trafficking Survivor's Assistance Fund" and amends the criteria for pretrial intervention, creating a presumption against admission for defendants charged with prostitution-related offenses. It also allows for prosecutions related to prostitution networks without the need to prove that any intended profit was realized, enabling inferences based on case circumstances. Overall, this legislation aims to strengthen the legal framework surrounding prostitution, enhance penalties for offenders, and provide better protections for victims, responding to findings from the State Commission of Investigation's report on human trafficking in New Jersey.