A 479
Establishes affirmative defense to prosecution for any crime committed by victim of human trafficking under certain circumstances.
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Bill overview
This bill establishes an affirmative defense to prosecution for any crime committed by a victim of human trafficking under specific circumstances. It allows individuals who were victims of human trafficking to assert this defense if the crime they are accused of was a direct result of the trafficking offense. The bill also amends existing law to include this defense for certain prostitution-related offenses. It aims to protect victims from facing criminal charges for actions taken as a consequence of their exploitation.
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Ellen Park
Gabriel Rodriguez
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