sex trafficking victims; prosecution prohibited

This bill (HB 2721) creates legal protections for individuals convicted of trafficking-related offenses who were themselves victims of sex trafficking. It prohibits prosecution if a defendant proves by "more likely than not" evidence they committed the acts due to being a trafficking victim (as defined in existing Arizona law for adult or child sex trafficking). It also allows courts to vacate or modify convictions for trafficking-related offenses (like recruiting or transporting victims) if the defendant shows they were a victim at the time and acted under force or coercion. The law applies to all ages and requires a three-fourths legislative vote to take effect.