 Studies have shown that LGBTQ people, particularly gay and transgendered individuals, are more likely to be charged with sex offenses compared to their heterosexual counterparts. The measure would make it a felony in California for an adult to pay for carnal relations with a minor. Backers say it's needed to cut down on human trafficking and call the opposition insulting to victims. Its fate now sits with the Appropriations Committee, which will take it up next month.