Expands criminal and civil penalties for human trafficking, and expands human trafficking training requirements for law enforcement. *
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Overview
This bill strengthens New Jersey’s laws against human trafficking by increasing criminal and civil penalties for traffickers and those who benefit from their crimes. It expands training requirements for law enforcement to better identify and respond to trafficking cases, and clarifies definitions related to child abuse and trafficking. The bill also includes provisions for restitution to victims and addresses prosecutorial discretion in plea agreements.
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Anthony Bucco
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