The adequacy of legal provisions related to the protection of victims in human trafficking crimes
Abstract
Human trafficking crimes constitute a violation of human rights and dignity, and some describe them as a form of modern-day slavery. Victims of these crimes face coercive methods, sometimes leading to death due to the severity of the act. It is imperative that they be provided with assistance and support, a task that must be undertaken by the state and society. This does not stop at bringing perpetrators to justice, but rather involves fair and just treatment of victims of these crimes. The provisions relating to the protection of victims of human trafficking crimes still need comprehensive development to ensure their adequacy. These provisions often focus on criminalizing perpetrators and neglect to provide adequate support to victims. They lack clear mechanisms for providing shelter, healthcare, and psychological support. Furthermore, effective legal protection must be in place to ensure that victims are not subject to prosecution for the acts they were forced to perform.
Keywords:
Exploitation, human trafficking crimes
victims' rights, anti-trafficking laws
The victim
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Dr .Entesar Gasem Salem Elwdan. (2025). The adequacy of legal provisions related to the protection of victims in human trafficking crimes. مجلة الحق للعلوم الشرعية والقانونية, 327-343. https://doi.org/10.58916/alhaq.vi.307
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