Persons associating in a 'prostitution establishment' with another person for the purpose of prostitution faces a jail term or a fine or both. Under the act, persons who solicit sex '.in an open and shameless manner.' (a phrase that is not clearly defined), or who are '.causing nuisance to the public.' are subject to a fine. Under the act, the definition of 'prostitution' is 'Sexual intercourse, or any other act, or the commission of any other act in order to gratify the sexual desire of another person in a promiscuous manner in return for money or any other benefit, irrespective of whether the person who accepts the act and the person who commits the act are of the same sex or not.' A clear definition of the phrase 'in a promiscuous manner' is not provided. 2539 (1996) is the statute most directly dealing with prostitution. The Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act, B.E. Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act The legal framework governing prostitution in Thailand is based upon three acts: 9 Support organisations for sex workers.7.5 Exploitation by police and officialdom.7 Reasons for prevalence and toleration.1.1 Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act.
