Bar fine

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A bar fine (somtimes written as "barfine"), or (in engrish) paybar, is the payment made by customer to the operators of a lady bar or go-go bar that allows a dancer or hostess or some other employee of that bar to stop work early, usually in order to accompany the customer outside the bar. This is a common part of a transaction involving prostitution in some countries where it is tolerated including Thailand and the Philippines. Depending on local customs, the bar fine may or may not cover any additional services that may be rendered.

A United States Forces Korea poster, warning soldiers not to purchase bar fines.

In respect of American soldiers, the purchase of a bar fine has been prohibited by the Uniform Code of Military Justice, making it an offense considered equal to buying the services of a prostitute.

[edit] Examples

As of 2006, a typical bar fine in the red-light districts of Thailand, such as Nana Plaza or Pattaya, is 500-600 Thai baht (about 12-15 U.S. dollars). A separate payment must be made direct to the bargirl for "services rendered".

In the red light districts around Fields Avenue in Angeles City, Philippines the bar fine in 2006 is typically 1200 Pesos (about 22 U.S. dollars), of which the lady gets about half (paid out normally by the end of the week). For short time company no separate payment is normally necessary. For company overnight another 500 to 600 pesos tip is expected.

In Japan a typical bar fine is $200-300 USD (or 24,000 to 35,000 Yen) depending on the club policy and what is considered a profitable night (pay-day night or weekend for example).

Bar fines also make an appearance in Latin countries in the form of a Salida (Spanish: exit fee). In places such as the Dominican Republic such can be between 500 pesos(15 USD) in small bars to 1000(30 USD) and more in more upper class establishments. In some other areas, such as boliches in Argentina, there can be a similar requirement to buy the lady a number of drinks before she leaves.

[edit] See also

• Go-go bar
• Bargirl
• Juicy girl