Articles Posted in Sex Trafficking

In Illinois, internet sex crimes are being prosecuted at increasing levels. That’s partly because of how common communication online is today, which has led to the creation of a specialized police unit that investigates crimes online, including sex crimes. Just like with any other sex crime, internet sex crimes are very serious charges. A conviction…

Sex trafficking is a crime taken very seriously in Illinois. Being accused of it can have a big impact on your life – and being convicted of it can shift the trajectory of your path forever. For many people, sex trafficking is something that is only seen on television and in movies, but the truth…

Being accused of sex trafficking in Illinois is a serious crime. If you are convicted, you face severe penalties that can include jail time, fines, and the ruin of your reputation in the eyes of the public. With so much at stake, it’s very important to not only understand the penalties you face but also…

When many people think of human trafficking, they automatically think of sex trafficking. While it is true that sex trafficking is a big problem, human trafficking isn’t always about sex, sometimes it’s about labor. Recently, a woman in the Chicago suburbs pled guilty to labor trafficking. She helped several people from Central America to enter…

Human trafficking is a horrifying thing and years of advocacy and efforts to increase the public’s awareness of the problem have finally made it an issue that has captured people’s attention. Still, there is some confusion about what difference there is legally between a sex trafficking victim and a prostitute. If you’re unsure, then read…

Sex trafficking is a growing problem nationwide, and Illinois has some of the highest sex trafficking rates in the country. Accordingly, sex trafficking is a major priority for law enforcement, and sex trafficking charges are increasing. In fact, the enhanced efforts to eliminate sex trafficking may even lead to overzealous policing, and result in innocent…