Prostitution subculture as admissible evidence for certain purposes.

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In a prosecution for pandering or sex trafficking pursuant to NRS 201.300, expert testimony concerning:

1. The prostitution subculture, including, without limitation, the effect of physical, emotional or mental abuse on the beliefs, behavior and perception of the alleged victim of the pandering or sex trafficking that is offered by the prosecution or defense is admissible for any relevant purpose, including, without limitation, to demonstrate:

(a) The dynamics of, and the manipulation and psychological control measures used in, the relationship between a prostitute and a person who engages in pandering or sex trafficking in violation of NRS 201.300; and

(b) The normal behavior and language used in the prostitution subculture.

2. The effect of pandering or sex trafficking may not be offered against a defendant pursuant to subsection 1 to prove the occurrence of an act which forms the basis of a criminal charge against the defendant.

(Added to NRS by 2015, 2240)


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