"Weston's Law"; extends crime of human trafficking to include recruiting or coercing juvenile to join gang or drug trafficking scheme.
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Overview
This bill, known as "Weston’s Law," expands the definition of human trafficking in New Jersey to include recruiting or coercing juvenile individuals to join gang or drug trafficking schemes. It aims to address a specific type of exploitation by targeting vulnerable youth involved in organized crime. The legislation also amends existing laws related to juvenile delinquency and criminal coercion to strengthen penalties and provide additional protections for victims.
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