Legislation regarding prostitution varies significantly from country to country worldwide. In some states, prostitution is fully legalized and regulated, with working conditions and health standards protected by the state. For example, in the Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand, and several European countries, prostitution is officially permitted, accompanied by labor contracts, taxation, and medical control mechanisms.
The global trend indicates that certain countries are inclined to move prostitution from a complete ban to a regulated activity, with the primary goal of reducing crime, human trafficking, and health risks. Overall, the topic of legalizing prostitution is discussed from social, legal, and economic aspects, and various approaches are observed at a global level.
Lawyer Akram Hasanov stated in his declaration to Modern.az that the legalization of prostitution in Azerbaijan is not possible.
The lawyer attributed this reason to Azerbaijan being a Muslim country. And noted that no Muslim country has taken such a step yet:
“The legalization of such situations could have economic benefits. Those providing services would be subject to taxation on their earnings. However, the current situation is under the control of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Relevant measures are implemented by this structure. From a statehood perspective, since it is not a legal activity, it creates an additional mission for the police, which can be considered a negative aspect.”
“Nevertheless, prostitution has always existed everywhere and will continue to exist,” Akram Hasanov added.
