The presenters in this workshop will be discussing the basics of prosecuting cases of domestic sex trafficking involving child abuse victims. They will talk about potential charges, motions to file, issues in jury selection, obstacles that come up during the course of prosecution, and what our law enforcement partners can do to help overcome them. While this is not a case study, they will look at a few different examples of cases that they have prosecuted over the years. Lastly, they will discuss the merits of a team approach and how that is the best resource for a successful ending.
Learning Objectives:
Identify the unique factors that make up your case to decide which charges to bring and to recognize the type of trafficker you are dealing with.
Establishing trust and rapport with the victim in your case.
Evaluate your evidence to utilize expert testimony and present it to a jury effectively.
