Lynn is a college student who became frustrated with the small amount of money she was making as an associate in a retail store. A friend suggested that she consider working in the "escort" business. Lynn later became a prostitute who catered to high-end clients. She is able to pay tuition and buy many of the items that she wants. Lynn was recently arrested during a sting operation targeting interstate organized crime syndicates, of which Lynn had become involved. Lynn considers her activities as victimless; which of the following is the most common justification given for the prosecution of such "victimless" crimes?

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The most common justification for the prosecution of "victimless" crimes like prostitution is that society as a whole is harmed because its moral fabric is threatened. This perspective argues that such activities, even if they do not have a direct identifiable victim, degrade societal values and norms.

Lynn Is a College Student Who Became Frustrated with the Small