Aid for Human Trafficking Survivors: Vacating Convictions and Expunging Arrests
This act aims to assist human trafficking survivors who were forced to commit crimes. It allows them to vacate convictions for certain offenses and expunge arrest records if their actions were a direct result of being trafficked. The law seeks to help survivors rebuild their lives by removing criminal history barriers linked to their exploitation.
Key points
Human trafficking survivors can apply to vacate convictions for non-violent offenses if committed as a direct result of being trafficked.
Arrest records for certain offenses can be expunged if directly related to being a victim of human trafficking.
Courts can reduce prison sentences for individuals who committed offenses as a direct result of being trafficked.
Applications for relief are confidential and free of charge, making it easier for survivors to access legal support.
Status:
Introduced
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