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The provided text outlines Chapter 20A of the Texas Penal Code, which governs the Trafficking of Persons. This statute begins by establishing numerous definitions relevant to the chapter, including what constitutes a "Child," "Coercion" (which includes document confiscation or forced intoxication), "Forced labor or services," and the act of "Traffic" itself. The core of the chapter defines the offense of Trafficking of Persons, detailing various prohibited activities such as knowingly trafficking a person for forced labor or prostitution, especially when the victim is a child or disabled individual. Penalties for trafficking offenses are specified, often escalating to a felony of the first degree if circumstances involve serious injury, death, deadly weapons, or if the crime occurs near protected areas like schools or shelters. Finally, the chapter addresses the distinct, severe offense of Continuous Trafficking of Persons and includes provisions regarding accomplice witness immunity and testimony and the Attorney General's jurisdiction over these prosecutions.
By Ethical BadgeThe provided text outlines Chapter 20A of the Texas Penal Code, which governs the Trafficking of Persons. This statute begins by establishing numerous definitions relevant to the chapter, including what constitutes a "Child," "Coercion" (which includes document confiscation or forced intoxication), "Forced labor or services," and the act of "Traffic" itself. The core of the chapter defines the offense of Trafficking of Persons, detailing various prohibited activities such as knowingly trafficking a person for forced labor or prostitution, especially when the victim is a child or disabled individual. Penalties for trafficking offenses are specified, often escalating to a felony of the first degree if circumstances involve serious injury, death, deadly weapons, or if the crime occurs near protected areas like schools or shelters. Finally, the chapter addresses the distinct, severe offense of Continuous Trafficking of Persons and includes provisions regarding accomplice witness immunity and testimony and the Attorney General's jurisdiction over these prosecutions.