Human Trafficking
/ˈhjuːmən ˈtræfɪkɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The illegal trade of humans for purposes of forced labor, sexual exploitation, or other forms of involuntary servitude.
The government enacted stricter laws to combat human trafficking.
Forms
- human traffickings
Commentary
Human trafficking is a complex, multifaceted crime often overlapping with related offenses like smuggling; legal definitions vary but universally emphasize coercion and exploitation.
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