Bill
HB 252
Relating to an affirmative defense to prosecution for certain victims of trafficking of persons or compelling prostitution.
89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025)
Introduced by Daniel Alders and 30 co-sponsors
HB 252 allows trafficking or coerced prostitution victims to use their exploitation as a legal defense against criminal prosecution for crimes committed during trafficking.
Filed
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