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AB 834
Wisconsin bill AB 834 seals identifying information of child trafficking victims and witnesses while providing courtroom supports to protect vulnerable minors in criminal proceedings.
AB 834 establishes courtroom protections and privacy measures for child victims and witnesses in human trafficking cases in Wisconsin. The bill allows for sealing of identifying information and provides supportive accommodations during court proceedings. This represents a targeted approach to protecting vulnerable minors involved in trafficking-related criminal cases.
Child trafficking victims often face re-traumatization during legal proceedings, and public disclosure of their identity can endanger their safety and recovery. Enhanced courtroom supports and privacy protections can encourage victims to participate in prosecutions while reducing secondary harm. Wisconsin's explicit statutory framework would clarify courts' authority to implement these protections consistently across jurisdictions.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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