County officials said Hof had failed to renew his licenses and pay fees for the brothel, where NBA player Lamar Odom was found unconscious in Judge Richard Boulware on Monday noted other brothels in the county that were similarly late paying renewal fees were not punished, the Las Vegas Sun reported. He maintains the disputes with the county are politically-motivated.
County spokesman Arnold Knightly says officials will look at revamping its licensing process β including the way that brothels are notified about their expired fees.
Voters in Lyon County, where Hof has four brothels, will consider the issue in November. A similar effort failed in Nye County. Brothels were illegal but tolerated in some areas until , when the Mustang Ranch near Reno became the first legal brothel.
It led to a movement that allowed counties with populations of , people or fewer to decide whether to legalize prostitution in licensed facilities. Outside of bordellos, prostitution is illegal. About 20 brothels operate in Nevada, mostly in rural areas. By participating in online discussions you acknowledge that you have agreed to the Terms of Service. An insightful discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks.
If your comments are inappropriate, you may be banned from posting. Report comments if you believe they do not follow our guidelines. Having trouble with comments? Learn more here. The bordello near Pahrump, about an hour away from Las Vegas, is one of several that Hof owns. The judge ruled Hof could reopen his brothel Tuesday. Please log in to comment. Previous Story Lahaina schools, threatened by brush fires, hurricane, set to reopen. Next Story Woman and girl seriously injured in tour bus crash in Kahaluu.
