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Bill would extend immunity to some victims of trafficking and related crimes; committee debates scope and 'good faith' language
Summary
Representative Eric Bell presented House Bill 464 to provide limited immunity to certain victims of human trafficking and related crimes when they report offenses in good faith; committee members raised concerns about lines that include armed robbery and about whether first‑caller scenarios could be abused.
Representative Eric Bell presented House Bill 464 as a harm‑reduction measure designed to encourage victims of human trafficking, addiction and related exploitation to seek help without fear of prosecution for non‑violent offenses tied to their victimization. The bill as discussed would grant immunity for certain offenses if the person…
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