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Lawmakers Reverse Teen Sex Trafficking Stance After Outcry

Sacramento, California — In response to strong public criticism, California Democrats have reversed their stance on legislation aimed at penalizing adults who engage in teen sex trafficking. The move restores key provisions to Assembly Bill 379 (AB379), originally introduced by Assembly Member Maggy Krell. Initially, Democratic lawmakers stripped the bill of measures that would impose

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Assembly Bill 379: Child Sex Trafficking Fight Faces Setback

Sacramento, California — A California bill designed to combat child sex trafficking, Assembly Bill 379, has undergone significant revisions to facilitate its passage through the legislature. Authored by State Assemblywoman Maggy Krell, the initial aim of the bill was to align the legal consequences for sex traffickers with those who purchase minors for sexual exploitation.

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Protecting Teens: CA County Supports Sex-Trafficking Bill

San Diego, California — The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voiced its support on Wednesday for a proposed state sex-trafficking bill intended to safeguard teenagers aged 16 and 17. Supervisor Jim Desmond introduced the motion, crafted by Shane Harris of the People’s Association of Justice Advocates, to endorse Assembly Bill 379, co-authored by Assemblywoman

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Sex Trafficking: CA Bill Closes Minor Exploitation Gaps

Sacramento, California – A bipartisan effort has emerged in the California legislature to strengthen penalties related to the purchase of sex from minors. Assembly Bill 379, introduced by Assemblywoman Maggy Krell and Senator Shannon Grove, seeks to address perceived deficiencies in existing legislation. The proposed bill aims to close loopholes that arose from amendments to

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Sex Trafficking in the Workplace: How Victims Can Seek Justice

In recent years, alarming cases of sex trafficking in the workplace have surfaced, revealing disturbing truths about how vulnerable individuals are exploited under the guise of employment.  One of the most shocking examples involves former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries, who, along with his partner, has been accused of orchestrating a trafficking network that

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Man and Wife Arrested for Sex Trafficking

Man and Wife Arrested for Sex Trafficking in Sacramento

Sacramento, California – John Jeremy Cheso, 46, and Shannon Celeste Powell, 35, are facing sex trafficking charges in Sacramento, California after identifying two teenage girls who were subjected to sexual activity in their care.  Around 8 p.m., Sacramento County Sheriff’s deputies observed two young women wearing lingerie near a car, according to official reports. After

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