Trying not to get arrested, ladies? Well next time you go out in New York City, just make sure you don’t wear a short skirt and leave the condoms at home. A new study from the Sex Workers Project reveals that if a NYC police officer thinks you’re dressed scantily and you happen to be carrying a condom, you are automatically a prostitute.

Seriously?

Molly Crabapple from Vice reported on the study:

Like most laughably cruel tricks of the justice system, you probably wouldn’t know that you could be arrested for carrying condoms until it happened to you. Monica Gonzalez is a nurse and grandmother. In 2008, officer Sean Spencer arrested her for prostitution while she was on the way to the ER with an asthma attack. The condom he found on her turned out to be imaginary. Gonzalez sued the city after the charges were dropped. But [even] if the condom was real, why should she have been arrested at all?

Arrest is always violent. The NYPD may or may not break your ribs but the process of arrest in America is still a man tying your hands behind your back at gunpoint and locking you in a cage. Holding cells are shit-encrusted boxes, often too crowded to sit down. Police can leave you there for three days; long enough to lose your job. If this seems obvious, I say it because the polite middle classes trivialize arrest. They talk about “keeping people off the streets.” They don’t realize that the constant threat of arrest is traumatic, unless it happens to them or their kids.

And these violent arrests are happening more than we think to women who just want to practice safe sex! On the flip side, women that are actually sex workers are now subjected to having sex without condoms, which puts them in even more danger. Police claim they are discouraging prostitution by confiscating women’s condoms or cuffing women who carry them. But half of the people whose condoms were taken away still had to engage in sex work later that night without a condom, according to SWP’s study.

That means that about forty-six percent of sex workers aren’t even carrying condoms anymore because they are afraid of police harassment. WOW! The ripple effect of unsafe sex and exposing sex workers to STDs is evident, but to target women who choose to carry condoms to protect themselves in general is sexist, discriminatory and just downright stupid.

SOURCE: Jezebel
Read more: http://globalgrind.com/news/carrying-condom-woman-nyc-might-get-you-locked-arrested-details#ixzz2MnCHkaY6

Monday, November 19^th (or Tuesday the 20^th at the VERY latest) marks “Dump Day”: the last day before the holidays you have to break up with someone before you have to ride it out until after Valentine’s Day.

No one (unless you’re really heartless) wants to dump someone on Thanksgiving and ruin his/her family time. Giving someone the boot at Christmas is just downright evil, especially since they’ve likely already purchased a gift. After that, New Year’s and Valentine’s Day quickly approach and all bets are off.

So, if you’re in a rocky relationship and have been looking for a time to get out – now is that time! And should you find yourself single this “Dump Day” season (whether you’re on the giving or receiving end) – the best thing to do is get back out there.

Below are a few sexy suggestions from our good friends over at LifeStyles for those who may find themselves single again.

a:muse™ Personal Pleasure Massager

Created for women by women, this discreet massager features a sensual shape that follows a woman’s curves and enhances stimulation through caressing and massaging all external areas of the body. Soft finish for a sensual, velvety feel when applied and 5 different rhythms of vibration to fulfill all desires with 3 different intensities in each vibration mode: low, medium and high! Quiet vibration for your most intimate moments.

ZERO® ULTRA Thin Condom
Designed to give consumers the increased sensitivity they desire most, ZERO is 45% thinner than the company’s standard latex design, with ZERO Larger entering the market as the thinnest large condom in the U.S. Currently the #1 selling condom product in Australia, ZERO provides greater sensitivity and a next-to-nothing feel, featuring a long lasting lubricant that offers extended pleasure for both partners.

It€™s that time of year again! College students across the country are packing up their station wagons with brightly colored bedding, books, and boxes of Raman Noodles to head back to school. Whether you€™re a first year freshman or a veteran senior, this Back-to-School Survival Guide features the TOP 10 ITEMS YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED  (or the stuff you purposely avoided) when shopping with mom.  Especially number four. Check it out.

Included in this list are LifeStyles SKYN Condoms.  The recently released Lifestyles Sexual Satisfaction Survey emphasizes the need for adding condoms to that checklist of back-to-school essentials. Findings within the 18-24 year old age group show: 

• Sex is the Norm. 58% of 18-24 year old respondents have had between 1-4 partners, and 12% of respondents confess to getting busy multiple times a day, and 49% reporting they do the deed multiple times per week.

• Double Digit Partners. 10% of 18-24 year old respondents have had 15+ sexual partners, with another 32% admitting to 5 or more.

• The Question of Condoms.  While the majority of 18-24 year old respondents (44%) wear a condom most of the time they have sex, 23% either only wear a condom some of the time they have sex, or worse, never wear a condom.  This means that 2 out of 10 18-24 year olds are putting themselves at high risk of getting an STD and/or unplanned pregnancy every time they have sex.

1. Multivitamins €“ You will wish someone had told you early on that popping two multis after a night of drinking will be your saving grace the next day.

2. Toothbrush-On-The-GO €“ You never know where you may wake up and need to brush before you head into class. Colgate Wisps are the inexpensive and convenient way to stay fresh €“ and you don€™t even need water!

3. Futon Slipcover €“ Sure Fit makes a wide variety of machine washable futon covers, easy to slip on and off, so that unexpected visitor or spilt beer won€™t ruin the futon your parents bought you. 

4. LifeStyles SKYN Condoms €“ According to results from LifeStyles Condoms Sexual Satisfaction Survey, sexual activity in the college-age group is at an all time high, with 82% of respondents reporting that they have sex at least several times a month. So, get rid of that expired condom you€™ve been carrying in your wallet since middle school health class, and update your stash with the revolutionary non latex LifeStyles SKYN.

5. Do Not Disturb Sign €“ Whether studying for finals or if you€™re a part of the 82% from the previous bullet, a DO NOT DISTURB sign is sure to give you peace and quiet to let this €œtime€ go uninterrupted.

6. Socially Acceptable Sweats €“ You will wear sweatpants every day. Make sure you have a few pairs that don€™t make you look homeless.

7. The Little Book of Big Excuses €“ You aren€™t allowed to have a dog in your dorm-room, so that excuse won€™t fly in college. Pick up this read along with your text books, and you€™ll never have a lame excuse again.

8. TUMS – Because the munchies don’t care how late it is or what you€™re eating.

9. Laptop Lock €“ In case your roommate’s a clepto, or likes to leave your dorm door open all day to make new €œfriends.€

10. Ping Pong Balls €“ This is college after all. You never know when an impromptu game of Beirut will break out.

Can you think of other things that would be important to ad to this list? If so let us know by leaving us a comment below. Hell even if you just have some thoughts about the list or back to school let us know!

We’re winding down our week of summer and sex survey results! And we’ve got some good ones for you today! Tomorrow the contest ends so make sure that you sign up for your chance to win some sex swag from Lifestyles Condoms, and a free one year subscription to Fast Lane Lifestyle magazine. The contest ends Tomorrow and we’re going to quiz you so fill out the form below and pay attention!

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OK now hit the jump and let’s get it started!

These results are directional and not definitive! Just something to think about!

This week we’ve been posting numerous facts from our friends over at Lifestyles Condoms, who will be giving away some super sexy swag to four of our readers! So check out the survey results below and make sure you study them because we’re going to be giving you a quiz. What you didn’t think we were just going to be giving it away! So check the stats below and don’t forget to fill out the form below.

Entering the contest also enters you to win a year long subscription to Fast Lane Lifestyle Magazine’s print issues. On sale October 16 2012. So make sure to enter!

Surprisingly men seem to be less likely to try new things!

Seems the ladies are more likely to like a good mix between gentle and rough! Gotta mix it up for them!

Some pretty interesting results on this last one! Men certainly seem to be more imaginative than the ladies!

Fill out the form below for your opportunity to win some sex swag from Lifestyles condoms, and a chance to win a free subscription to Fast Lane Lifestyle Magazine!

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We’re back for day 3 of more sex facts from Lifestyles Condoms. Paying attention here can win you some really cool and sexy swag from Lifestyles condoms who actually make a lot more than just condoms! Who knew! So check out these fun facts below and pay attention because there will be a test. And fill out the information in the form at the end of the facts to be entered to win! 

Well this is no surprise really.

Hmmmm women give more oral sex than men, and somehow they’ve had more anal sex than men. WOW!

In the words of the iconic Jessica Rabbit “He makes me laugh.” To women making having a funny man is most important! Very interesting!

What’s this you say? Personality more important to a woman than anything else? Well no wonder I’m constantly surrounded by gorgeous women!

Let the jokes begin about more males thinking penis size is more important than females do.

Seems that of all the possibilities women like it when their man hits it from behind! Yay for men!

Fill in the information below to be entered for your chance to win some sexy swag, as well as be eligible to win a free one year subscription to Fast Lane Lifestyle Magazine when we go to print. As always we love to hear your thoughts so please leave us a comment below! You can also follow us on Twitter @FastLaneMag

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Today the results of the survey seem to show that women cheat more than man and are more likely to cheat than men! Can you imagine that? Well it makes sense since it’s so easy for women to hook up than men! Also it seems women are less likely to use condoms than men! Don’t believe us? Check the results below.

Welcome to day two of our Lifestyles Condoms Sex and Summer Music Festival Season contest. We’re giving you the fun and interesting results of the sex survey and then at the end of the week after the mini quiz we’re going to be giving away four condom prize packs. So get ready for some hot summer fun courtesy of @FastLaneMag and Lifestyles Condoms!

Below are the results of the stats from the poll!

Seems women use condoms less often than males. Interesting!

Seems too that for the most part women are more open to trying new styles of condoms than men are. Gotta wonder why that is!

Seems that things are pretty much equal in the sexual satisfaction department with men and women both being very satisfied in the bedroom!

Uh oh! Shame on you ladies! According to this the guys are more likely to be faithful. Though there are still an alarming number of both who have cheated!

Interesting turn in the results! Seems women are less likely to cheat even if they knew they wouldn’t get caught.

Please keep in mind these stats are directional not definitive and are based on poll results gathered by Lifestyles Condoms!

Enter Below for a chance to win a condom prize pack! The final day of the contest is Friday July 13 2012. Four winners will be selected at random and will be notified via email with further information. Must be at least 18 years old to enter.

It’s summertime, the hottest time of the year, where people are wearing much less and sex drives are way higher than any other time of the year! So regardless if you’re looking for the one or looking for a lot of the ones this summer these sex stats will most likely surprise you!

Oh and you should also be using condoms, so why not use Lifestyles? Keep in mind the other popular brand also makes the plastic shopping bags you use, and you know how good those are!

Anyway… Lifestyles decided to work with Fast Lane Magazine on a give away and here it is. We will be posting several survey facts about sex each day this week, and yes there will be a test at the end of the week. We will then select four winners at random to win a condom gift pack! So if you’re ready, let’s go!

Seems more women are in serious relationships than males. Or so they think they are in relationships.

Seems that women tend to overall have more sex than men…

Things that’ll make you go Hmmmm …

Hmmmm… seems that women know less about condom use than their male partners… And we think that 23% of these men are lying their asses off!

Register below for a chance at winning.

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What do you think about these stats? Your comments get you on our radar so make sure you’re seen for the give-away! Check back tomorrow for more stats.

With tomorrow marking the first official day of Spring, our friends over at from LifeStyles Condoms shared a few statistics from their Sexual Satisfaction Survey that could be a good fit for any Spring Fever/Summer Sex roundups!

 €œSpring fever is based on the fact that a sunny and warm environment is more conducive to socializing,€ says Carol Carrozza, VP of Marketing for LifeStyles. €œAnd this increased social activity, combined with an increase in hormones, leads to a flurry of summertime sex.€

• Under the Sun: 60% of the female respondents admitted to having had sex outdoors, with 55% of the males having done the dirty deed outside.

• Risky Behavior: 52% of females, and 58% of males confess that they€™d like to have sex in a public place, where other people could see them.

• Feeling Playful: 74% of male respondents said they wouldn€™t mind incorporating sex toys into routine.

• Cue the Tape: Nearly half of the female respondents (46%) said they would be willing to (or have already!) make a sex tape with their partner.

€œSpring Fever€ is often associated with increased energy levels, weight loss, boosts in confidence, and an elated mood due to a hormonal response to the increase in sunlight. LifeStyles Condoms€™ sales index support this notion, with a spike in sales during the mid-spring and summer months, proving that as the weather heats up, so does the action in the bedroom.

We’re thinking about doing a condom giveaway, would you folks be interested in such a thing? Let us know by leaving a comment below.