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Child trafficking is a crime that involves the exploitation of children for labor, sexual exploitation, or other purposes. It is a serious and devastating crime that violates the rights and dignity of its victims.
The legal ramifications of child trafficking depend on the laws of the country where the crime is committed. In many countries, child trafficking is a criminal offense, and it is punishable by imprisonment and fines.
In the United States, for example, child trafficking is punishable under federal law. The Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) defines child trafficking as the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring, or receipt of a child for the purpose of exploitation. This offense is punishable by up to life in prison, and it can also carry fines and other penalties.
In addition to federal laws, many states in the USA also have their own laws that criminalize child trafficking. These laws may provide for additional penalties and sanctions, and they may provide for other forms of legal action, such as civil suits and compensation for victims.
Overall, child trafficking is a serious crime that carries significant legal consequences. It is important for law enforcement and other authorities to enforce these laws and to hold traffickers accountable for their crimes.
The National Agency for Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued 29 victims of trafficking in Kebbi State. The NAPTIP Zonal Commander in-charge of Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara States, Misba’u Iya-Kaura, confirmed the development to journalists on Saturday in Birnin Kebbi. READ ALSO: NAPTIP rescues teenager from suspected human traffickers in Anambra He said…
Not properly understanding of the role of football agents could leave young players open to exploitation, according to Loughborough expert Dr Serhat Yilmaz. The threats posed by fake or unscrupulous agents were recently highlighted at an event held during UN General Assembly Week in New York, USA. Dr Yilmaz, a lecturer in sport law, at…
No fewer than 12 minors have been rescued after the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Akwa Ibom state command burst child trafficking syndicates along the Calabar-Itu Road in Itu local government area of the state. NAPTIP zonal head in-charge of Akwa Ibom, Tina Ugwu, said Monday in Uyo that NAPTIP…
Human rights activist and Delta ‘Take It Back’ Coordinator, Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho has pleaded ‘not guilty’ to charges of cyberstalking preferred against him by the Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami. In what appears to be a ploy to buy time, the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN on July…
Most Houstonians are aware Houston is a major hub for human trafficking, especially sex trafficking, and may even be aware a large number of nonprofit and governmental agencies are dedicated to combating the problem. The College of Public Service’s Center for Public Service & Community Research is hosting its vitalvoices conference, “Sex Trafficking in Houston:…
As arrangements for next year’s general election builds up, the Assistant Inspector General of Police for Zone Six, Okunlola Kola Kamaldeen, has sought closer collaboration with the Eastern Naval Command (ENC) of the Nigerian Navy to share critical intelligence to stem possible upsurge of coastal and electoral crimes. He made the call when he met…
GALVESTON – The Galveston Police Department, Galveston County Sheriff’s Office and the Galveston District Attorney’s Office hosted a child trafficking prevention and awareness event Saturday at the Galveston WalMart, 6702 Seawall Blvd. The purpose of the event was to illuminate the problem of human trafficking of children through education and fun for children. Children…
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A local agency is asking Hunt County residents to join in stepping out next weekend in the fight against human trafficking. Altrusa Greenville is hosting the Walk For Freedom, which starts at 9 a.m. at the Hunt County Courthouse. Altrusa spokesperson Angela Franklin said this is the group’s second time at being a part of…
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