Expands crime of human trafficking to include individuals who benefit financially.
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Overview
This bill expands the definition of human trafficking in New Jersey to include individuals who financially benefit from the crime, even if they aren't organizers or managers. It broadens the scope of those who can be held accountable for facilitating or enabling human trafficking. The legislation increases penalties for those convicted, including potential prison sentences of up to 20 years without parole, and mandates restitution to victims. It also establishes a fund to assist trafficking survivors.
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Primary sponsor
James Holzapfel
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