HB753

In human trafficking, further providing for victim protection during prosecution.

Introduced·3/3/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB753 amends the law to allow victims of human trafficking to vacate convictions obtained due to their victimization.

Pennsylvania HB753 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to provide victims of human trafficking with the ability to vacate convictions obtained due to their victimization. This includes offenses such as criminal trespass, theft by deception, retail theft, bad checks, disorderly conduct, loitering and prowling at night time, obstructing highways, prostitution, and simple possession of a controlled substance. The bill also establishes an affirmative defense for victims of human trafficking in certain cases.

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History

Mar 3, 2025

House

Referred to Judiciary