Jail Time for Accused Psychologist Pimp?

Alexander Marino, a former Exeter psychologist charged with running a Portsmouth prostitution ring, is set to plead guilty to several charges this week and could face jail time.

Marino is expected to plead guilty during a hearing at Portsmouth District Court Friday at 8 a.m.

Police said Marino led a prostitution operation out of his Sagamore Court apartment. Maintenance staff contacted police after seeing women in skimpy clothing leaving the apartment with men who didn't live there, according to court documents.

In August 2012, police approached the apartment and said they smelled marijuana. A half-naked man ran then ran out holding a condom, police said.

Police said they found marijuana, two bongs, $600 in cash, baby oil, ledgers, and a camera in the apartment.

After he was charged, Marino's psychology license suspended. He had operated a practice on Front Street in Exeter.