Vermont H0299 prohibits transferring Family Court cases to criminal court for victims of human trafficking.
Vermont H0299 aims to prevent the transfer of Family Court cases to criminal court for individuals who are victims of human trafficking. The bill specifies that the Family Division shall retain jurisdiction over cases involving children or youth who are victims of human trafficking, sexual assault, or aggravated sexual assault. The court may hold an evidentiary hearing to determine if the child or youth is a victim of these crimes. The act takes effect on July 1, 2025.
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