Crime & Justice

Backpage Kingpins Go on Trial—and Sex Workers May Pay the Price

‘PAY ATTENTION’

Michael Lacey and James Larkin are accused of facilitating prostitution in a case with far-reaching implications.

Emily Shugerman
Emily Shugerman 

Senior Reporter

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Emily Shugerman

Emily Shugerman

Senior Reporter

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