This bill amends New Jersey's laws concerning prostitution and related offenses, significantly increasing penalties and introducing new classifications for individuals involved in prostitution networks. It defines a "house of prostitution" and outlines actions that constitute "promoting prostitution," such as owning or managing a house of prostitution and procuring prostitutes. The bill classifies promoting prostitution of a child under 18 as a first-degree crime, while other related offenses are classified as second or third-degree crimes, with mandatory minimum sentences for certain violations. Additionally, it establishes new crimes, including "leader of a prostitution network" as a second-degree crime and "participant in a prostitution network" as a third-degree crime, with an affirmative defense for victims of human trafficking.

The legislation also imposes substantial fines for prostitution offenses, ranging from $10,000 to $50,000, with higher penalties for offenses involving minors, and directs these fines to the "Human Trafficking Survivor's Assistance Fund." It amends the criteria for pretrial intervention programs, establishing a presumption against admission for defendants charged with prostitution-related offenses. Notably, the bill emphasizes that it is unnecessary to prove that any intended profit was realized in prosecutions related to prostitution networks. Overall, this bill aims to strengthen the legal framework surrounding prostitution, enhance penalties for offenders, and provide better protection for victims of human trafficking.