Law on the Prevention of Human Trafficking 2019 (Amendment)

Brief Description

The Cabinet approved a proposed bill amending the Law on the Prevention of Human Trafficking of 2019. The bill provides for a special chapter to: 
- ensure protection for victims affected by such crimes; 
- create appropriate conditions for their assistance and care; 
- grant women temporary residence until completion of litigation proceedings; and translation and a guide to and from the court. 
Additionally, to reduce crime and achieve deterrence, sanctions have been toughened on perpetrators of trafficking crimes and perpetrators of crimes against women and girls.