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AG Knudsen launches new PSA to fight human trafficking
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AG Knudsen launches new PSA to fight human trafficking

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https://vimeo.com/845100031 Attorney General Austin Knudsen today launched a new statewide public service announcement to educate Montanans on the issue of human trafficking and how to report it when they suspect they see it. Featuring Montana Department of Justice officials who are active in the fight against human trafficking, the 30-second spot provides information to Montanans on what to…

New Beginnings program offers some survivors a fresh start
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New Beginnings program offers some survivors a fresh start

ByEyes on Trafficking News

HELENA — Through the doors of Associated Dermatology and Skin Care Clinic of Helena, some survivors find a new start. The clinic’s New Beginnings program offers free removal of radiation tattoos used for cancer treatment and human trafficking brand tattoos. The program is offered by American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery physicians across the…

Montana's Alarming Trend Regarding Human Trafficking and What is Being Done
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Montana's Alarming Trend Regarding Human Trafficking and What is Being Done

ByEyes on Trafficking News

According to Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen law enforcement is changing their perspective towards a major crime. “I think a lot of law enforcement for decades have not really understood what human trafficking is. We treated it like prostitution. We treated it like a victimless crime, two consenting parties, and that is just not the…

Human trafficker sentenced to life in prison following DCI investigation
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Human trafficker sentenced to life in prison following DCI investigation

ByEyes on Trafficking News

Press release from the Montana Attorney General’s Office HELENA – A Billings man was sentenced today to life in prison for kidnapping minors, transporting a person for illegal sexual activity, and drug trafficking and firearms crimes following an investigation by the Montana Department of Justice’s Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI). “As a result of the…

AG Knudsen and partners from across Montana continue efforts to end human trafficking
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AG Knudsen and partners from across Montana continue efforts to end human trafficking

ByEyes on Trafficking News

October 13, 2022 Press Release HELENA – Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen hosted law enforcement and government officials, criminal prosecutors, and leaders from advocacy groups and private industry in Helena today for the Montana Department of Justice’s third human trafficking symposium. The meeting builds on Attorney General Knudsen’s previous two symposiums and his commitment to…