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Which of the following sex trafficking avenues has historically been operated by criminal organizations?
Which of the following sex trafficking avenues has historically been operated by criminal organizations?
Why are out call operations so expensive and draining on an agency?
Why are out call operations so expensive and draining on an agency?
Out call operations require many resources and a great deal of pre-planning.
Why is it important to understand where victims come from?
Why is it important to understand where victims come from?
Understanding where the victims come from and their demographics will help investigators work cases.
What does SANE stand for?
What does SANE stand for?
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Which TABC chapter covers auditing?
Which TABC chapter covers auditing?
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Which term is defined as deviate sexual intercourse, sexual contact, and sexual intercourse under the Texas Penal Code?
Which term is defined as deviate sexual intercourse, sexual contact, and sexual intercourse under the Texas Penal Code?
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To transport, entice, recruit, harbor, provide, or otherwise obtain another person by any means is to __________ that person.
To transport, entice, recruit, harbor, provide, or otherwise obtain another person by any means is to __________ that person.
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Under __________, law enforcement has the ability to enter any massage establishment to complete an inspection.
Under __________, law enforcement has the ability to enter any massage establishment to complete an inspection.
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Who are the persons called to assist the victims through the process of dealing with law enforcement and life after trafficking?
Who are the persons called to assist the victims through the process of dealing with law enforcement and life after trafficking?
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How many times was the Trafficking Victims Protection Act reauthorized?
How many times was the Trafficking Victims Protection Act reauthorized?
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Which of the following is defined as a violent verbal or physical attack?
Which of the following is defined as a violent verbal or physical attack?
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For what felonies in Texas is there no statute of limitations? (Select all that apply)
For what felonies in Texas is there no statute of limitations? (Select all that apply)
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How often do apps that track locations update and store their GPS location?
How often do apps that track locations update and store their GPS location?
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What is often a side effect of political instability leading to trafficking situations?
What is often a side effect of political instability leading to trafficking situations?
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What are the anti-trafficking entities discussed in this course that provide 24-hour hotline support? (Select all that apply)
What are the anti-trafficking entities discussed in this course that provide 24-hour hotline support? (Select all that apply)
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Why is it beneficial to know the county procedures when it comes to filing charges in Texas?
Why is it beneficial to know the county procedures when it comes to filing charges in Texas?
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The recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, or obtaining of a person for labor or services, through the use of force, fraud, or coercion for the purposes of subjection to involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage, or slavery is __________.
The recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, or obtaining of a person for labor or services, through the use of force, fraud, or coercion for the purposes of subjection to involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage, or slavery is __________.
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In the world of human trafficking prevention, a child is any person under the age of __________.
In the world of human trafficking prevention, a child is any person under the age of __________.
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Which Chapter in the Texas Penal Code covers the Trafficking of Persons?
Which Chapter in the Texas Penal Code covers the Trafficking of Persons?
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Why do illegal immigrants often not report labor trafficking? (Select all that apply)
Why do illegal immigrants often not report labor trafficking? (Select all that apply)
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Although human trafficking did continue in the United States, which amendment to the constitution officially abolished slavery?
Although human trafficking did continue in the United States, which amendment to the constitution officially abolished slavery?
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What is a citizen-driven investigation?
What is a citizen-driven investigation?
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What type of surveillance involves following one or more subjects?
What type of surveillance involves following one or more subjects?
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What traded good was a major trafficking industry for the English colonies?
What traded good was a major trafficking industry for the English colonies?
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What is the purpose of a proactive investigation?
What is the purpose of a proactive investigation?
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What image seems to be a common tattoo representing ownership?
What image seems to be a common tattoo representing ownership?
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NGOs set out to provide a support base for victims. Part of these supports offered include technical training, drug rehab, psychological assistance, and __________.
NGOs set out to provide a support base for victims. Part of these supports offered include technical training, drug rehab, psychological assistance, and __________.
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What victims are not entitled to the full range of American citizen rights?
What victims are not entitled to the full range of American citizen rights?
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What tool are gangs using more in recent years to recruit and sell persons for sex?
What tool are gangs using more in recent years to recruit and sell persons for sex?
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Recruitment, harboring, or transportation of people into a situation of exploitation through the use of force, fraud, and coercion is __________.
Recruitment, harboring, or transportation of people into a situation of exploitation through the use of force, fraud, and coercion is __________.
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Which of the following is an open source of intelligence? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following is an open source of intelligence? (Select all that apply)
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What is one benefit of prosecuting a prostitute even if you believe he/she is a victim of trafficking?
What is one benefit of prosecuting a prostitute even if you believe he/she is a victim of trafficking?
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What was the first comprehensive federal law to address the trafficking of persons?
What was the first comprehensive federal law to address the trafficking of persons?
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What platform can traffickers use to sell victims quickly, repeatedly, and easily, at relatively low risk?
What platform can traffickers use to sell victims quickly, repeatedly, and easily, at relatively low risk?
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Why is it more profitable to sell people than drugs?
Why is it more profitable to sell people than drugs?
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How many counties in Texas are currently collaborating with Common Thread to assist in providing advocates to victims?
How many counties in Texas are currently collaborating with Common Thread to assist in providing advocates to victims?
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A juvenile under 17 who is trafficking other minors cannot be arrested for criminal offenses in Texas.
A juvenile under 17 who is trafficking other minors cannot be arrested for criminal offenses in Texas.
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What is the average statute of limitations for a federal crime?
What is the average statute of limitations for a federal crime?
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Besides populations in political instability, populations dealing with drug addiction, and populations in poverty, what other adult population is at risk of being taken advantage of by human traffickers?
Besides populations in political instability, populations dealing with drug addiction, and populations in poverty, what other adult population is at risk of being taken advantage of by human traffickers?
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When a call is received involving a juvenile victim, what Texas State entity must be called immediately?
When a call is received involving a juvenile victim, what Texas State entity must be called immediately?
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What type of approach do advocates use to bridge the mistrust that victims have with the system?
What type of approach do advocates use to bridge the mistrust that victims have with the system?
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Match the open source intelligence source with the type of information it can give investigators.
Match the open source intelligence source with the type of information it can give investigators.
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Study Notes
Trafficking Overview
- Cantinas have historically been operated by criminal organizations for sex trafficking.
- Out call operations are resource-intensive, requiring extensive pre-planning, making them expensive for agencies.
- Understanding victim demographics aids investigators in case resolution.
Key Terms
- SANE refers to Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, a position crucial in responding to sexual assault incidents.
- Chapter 41 of TABC covers auditing processes relevant to compliance.
- Sexual conduct is defined in Texas Penal Code as deviate sexual intercourse, sexual contact, and sexual intercourse.
- To "traffic" a person involves transporting, enticing, recruiting, or obtaining them through any means.
Law Enforcement and Advocacy
- Under TDLR, law enforcement can inspect any massage establishment without prior notice.
- Advocates help victims navigate interactions with law enforcement and adapt to life post-trafficking.
- The Trafficking Victims Protection Act has been reauthorized five times, showcasing ongoing legislative commitment.
Legal Framework
- Assault is characterized as a violent verbal or physical attack.
- In Texas, certain felonies have no statute of limitations, including specific sexual assaults, murder, human trafficking, and manslaughter.
- The Trafficking of Persons is covered in Chapter 20 of the Texas Penal Code.
Victim Concerns
- Illegal immigrants may refrain from reporting labor trafficking for fears of deportation, complaints drawing attention, or perceiving situations as voluntary opportunities.
- The 13th Amendment abolished slavery, though human trafficking continues in various forms.
Investigative Techniques
- Citizen-driven investigations are initiated based on tips from the public.
- Rolling surveillance involves following individuals or groups to gather intelligence.
Trafficking Dynamics
- Political instability often results in forced migration, increasing vulnerability to trafficking.
- Tobacco was a major trafficking commodity in English colonies.
- Proactive investigations aim to prevent trafficking prior to victimization.
Support Systems
- NGOs provide various support services to victims, including technical training, drug rehabilitation, psychological assistance, and housing options.
- All victims, regardless of status, are entitled to human rights protections.
Modern Trafficking Tactics
- Gangs increasingly utilize social media for recruiting and selling individuals for sex.
- Human trafficking encompasses the exploitation of individuals through force, fraud, or coercion for labor or services.
Open Source Intelligence
- Open source intelligence includes public records, third-party companies, and social media, which can be valuable for investigators.
- Prosecuting individuals involved in prostitution can sometimes expedite access to necessary services and support.
Current Landscape in Texas
- 53 counties in Texas collaborate with Common Thread to provide advocacy services for trafficking victims.
- Texas Child Protective Services must be contacted immediately when a call involves a juvenile victim.
- Advocates employ a trauma-informed approach to build trust with victims of trafficking.
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