Gayle and her daughter Michele live together. Gayle has had trouble paying the bills for some time now and needs Michele to get a job. She knows that a minimum wage job will not be of much help, so she encourages her daughter to consider prostitution. Initially, Michele is hesitant but still entertains the idea. Gayle tells Michele she plans to kick her out of the house if she doesn’t start soon. Afraid of being homeless, Michele begins working as a prostitute. Has Gayle committed a crime?
a. No, Michele is the only person who has committed a crime by engaging in prostitution.
b. No, neither individual committed a crime because Michele was acting out of necessity.
c. Yes, Gayle could be charged with pandering.
d. Yes, Gayle could be charged with pimping.
c. Yes, Gayle could be charged with pandering.
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