John (prostitution)

A john (U.S.) or a punter (UK) is a male client of a prostitute, particularly in the case of street prostitution. Although these are slang terms, they are used by both prostitutes and police in their respective countries.

External links

• 'John Schools' as an attempt to educate prostitutes' clients
• Street prostitution by Michael S. Scott, US DOJ Problem-Oriented Guides for Police Series, No. 2