'There are two reasons for doing it, one, the sheriff’s office, but also the girls’ personal safety.' But that control also makes us get along pretty well with the sheriff’s office,' one owner told the researchers. The owners we interviewed ensure this by making it policy to call the police at the slightest hint of trouble to send a message that they don’t tolerate bad behavior. Brothel owners have a clear interest in maintaining their image as law-abiding, trouble-free businesses to keep their licenses and maintain good relations within their communities.