Do you still feel Gina and P411 are dangerous? I disabled my p411 account because I am still worried, but I do not really know how to screen clients so I am wondering how I should go about it. I live in a city where the cops target escorts frequently, and though I have never been arrested for prostitution, I have been in trouble for other things and cannot have any legal issues from this.
I don’t think you need to disable your account; however, I wouldn’t assume any guy from P411 is automatically good, either. I’ve written about screening a number of times; my personal favorite method is asking for references. If you don’t trust references, there are other means of screening including Date-Check, a helpful whitelist with a better track record than P411. I’ve also written about several other methods, and here’s a good resource list compiled by a provider in New Orleans. You should also look at the posts in my mentoring tag; some of them may make you nervous, but it’s better to be prepared. And one final thing: if at all possible, get in touch with your local SWOP chapter. This can be a very isolating business, and connecting with other local sex workers will not only help you to stay safe, but may also help you to find peace of mind and emotional support.
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