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Police draw positive conclusion: Strike against illegal prostitution!
On December 22, 2025, a police check to combat prohibited prostitution took place in Altötting in order to offer protection and help.
Police draw positive conclusion: Strike against illegal prostitution!
In the last few days, the police in Bavaria have sent an impressive message against banned prostitution. As polizei.bayern.de reports, the Central Emergency Services (ZED) in Traunstein, together with various local police stations, carried out intensive measures in the districts of Altötting, Mühldorf am Inn and Traunstein. The aim of these actions was to protect people at risk, uncover illegal structures and prosecute violations of the law.
The checks took place in areas that were the focus of police investigations. During these key actions, various violations relevant to criminal and regulatory law were identified. Several people were reported under relevant legal provisions. The police conducted interviews on site to investigate evidence of possible exploitation or coercion. The police drew a positive conclusion from the operations and announced that they would continue to push ahead with the fight against prohibited prostitution and work closely with the relevant specialist departments.
Legal framework and protective measures
A central element in combating problems in the area of prostitution is the Prostitute Protection Act (ProstSchG), which came into force on July 1, 2017. This law aims to strengthen the rights and conditions of people in prostitution and to protect them from forced prostitution. As bmbfsfj.bund.de informs, voluntary prostitution by adults is permitted in Germany, but there are still numerous challenges.
At the end of 2023, around 30,636 prostitutes were registered in Germany, a number that only reflects estimates because precise statistical data is missing. The majority of these prostitutes are female, while men, boys and trans and non-binary people also work in this field. Around 80% of the registered prostitutes do not come from Germany, which underlines the internationality and complexity of the topic.
Current developments and statistics
A current analysis shows that the number of registered prostitutes in Germany rose to around 32,300 at the end of 2024. This corresponds to an increase of 5.3% compared to the previous year, but this value remains well below the level at the end of 2019, when 40,400 prostitutes were still registered. The information comes from Vernetzungsstelle.de and reflects the dynamics in the area of prostitution.
- Angemeldete Prostituierte: 32.300
- Alter der Prostituierten: 75% zwischen 21 und 44 Jahren
- Prostituierte mit deutscher Staatsangehörigkeit: 17%
- Die häufigsten ausländischen Staatsangehörigkeiten:
- Rumänisch: 36%
- Bulgarisch: 11%
- Spanisch: 8%
The Prostitute Protection Act aims to improve the conditions for these often vulnerable people. One focus is on combating human trafficking and forced prostitution as well as strengthening self-determination and protection against violence. While the police continue their measures, the support and implementation of the law by the federal states remains crucial.
The prostitution situation is complex and requires continued attention and action to provide those affected with the support they need. While public authorities take action, society and politicians should also pull together to create a safe and fair environment for everyone involved.