Criminal Justice (Human Trafficking)

passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 6460: Establishes the crimes of sex trafficking of a vulnerable person and predatory sex trafficking

Establishes the crimes of sex trafficking of a vulnerable person and predatory sex trafficking when a person intentionally advances or profits from prostitution of a vulnerable person.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates new crimes targeting sex trafficking of vulnerable persons, strengthening legal protections and advancing criminal justice reform against exploitation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6382: Relates to the use in evidence of the fact of possession or presence on the premises of condoms and other sexual and reproductive health devices

This bill prohibits law enforcement from using the possession of condoms or other reproductive health devices (like PrEP, lubricants, or emergency contraception) as evidence in court cases involving prostitution, sex trafficking, or related offenses. It directly affects individuals in sex trade or trafficking situations, particularly survivors of trafficking who face disproportionate targeting when condoms are seized as evidence. Key provisions amend laws to block such evidence in trials, hearings, and arrests, while requiring police training on these rules. The law aims to protect public health and reduce discriminatory impacts on vulnerable communities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill prohibits using condom possession as evidence in trafficking/prostitution cases, protecting survivors from unjust prosecution and advancing criminal justice reform by reducing harmful evidence practices.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Drug Policy Human Trafficking

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3980: Provides for evidence that proves or tends to prove that a victim has been convicted of a prostitution offense shall not be admissible

Removes from admissibility evidence that proves or tends to prove that a victim has been convicted of a prostitution offense within three years prior to the sex offense which is the subject of the prosecution.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves admissible evidence of victim's past prostitution conviction to protect victims' rights and ensure fair trials in sex offense cases, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 7905: Relates to the composition of the interagency task force on human trafficking

Bill A 7905 amends New York's interagency task force on human trafficking to expand its membership and clarify reporting requirements. It adds 19 new members, including two each recommended by legislative leaders, two by a trafficking service nonprofit, one survivor of trafficking, and one by the state bar association, while keeping existing agency commissioners. The task force must submit annual reports to the governor and legislative leaders by March 1st, starting in 2026, and hold at least three public meetings yearly. This directly affects state agencies coordinating anti-trafficking efforts and ensures broader stakeholder input in their work.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands task force with survivor input and reporting requirements, enhancing victim-centered trafficking response within criminal justice framework95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2005: Enacts the sex trade survivors justice and equality act; repealer

Relates to certain prostitution offenses and fines relating thereto; relates to motions to vacate judgment and motions for new sentencing; relates to investigation into acts alleged to be the unauthorized practice of massage therapy by potential victims of human trafficking; prohibits the possession of reproductive or sexual health devices from being permitted in specified criminal or civil proceedings as evidence of prostitution; relates to services for exploited individuals, services for victims of human trafficking and the interagency task force on human trafficking; establishes the victims of sexual exploitation fund; makes conforming changes; repeals provisions relating to prostitution, prostitution in a school zone, defense against patronizing a person for prostitution and a motion to dismiss information, simplified information, prosecutor's information or misdemeanor complaint.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill reforms prostitution offense handling, vacates judgments for survivors, prohibits evidence misuse - aligns with victim protection and criminal justice reform85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits possession of reproductive health devices as evidence in prostitution cases, protecting access to reproductive healthcare services and preventing legal barriers to care.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Human Trafficking Sentencing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 104: Provides for evidence that proves or tends to prove that a victim has been convicted of a prostitution offense shall not be admissible

Removes from admissibility evidence that proves or tends to prove that a victim has been convicted of a prostitution offense within three years prior to the sex offense which is the subject of the prosecution.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves admissible evidence of victim's past prostitution conviction in sex offense cases, protecting victim rights and preventing retraumatization during trials.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 498: Relates to employee human trafficking recognition training

Establishes the standardized human-trafficking recognition training program for private transportation services employees; requires private transportation services to require all employees to undergo a human-trafficking recognition training program established by the division of criminal justice services and the office of temporary and disability assistance in consultation with the department of transportation and the New York state interagency task force on human trafficking.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires transportation employees to undergo human trafficking recognition training via criminal justice division, enhancing law enforcement's ability to identify and combat trafficking crimes.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates trafficking recognition training for transportation workers, enhancing workplace safety protections and worker rights through proactive prevention.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1465: Enacts the sex trade survivors justice and equality act; repealer

Relates to certain prostitution offenses and fines relating thereto; relates to motions to vacate judgment and motions for new sentencing; relates to investigation into acts alleged to be the unauthorized practice of massage therapy by potential victims of human trafficking; prohibits the possession of reproductive or sexual health devices from being permitted in specified criminal or civil proceedings as evidence of prostitution; relates to services for exploited individuals, services for victims of human trafficking and the interagency task force on human trafficking; establishes the victims of sexual exploitation fund; makes conforming changes; repeals provisions relating to prostitution, prostitution in a school zone, defense against patronizing a person for prostitution and a motion to dismiss information, simplified information, prosecutor's information or misdemeanor complaint.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits using reproductive devices as evidence in prostitution cases, protecting trafficking survivors from criminalization and aligning with justice reform.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Human Trafficking Sentencing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8376: Relates to employee human trafficking recognition training

Establishes the standardized human-trafficking recognition training program for private transportation services employees; requires private transportation services to require all employees to undergo a human-trafficking recognition training program established by the division of criminal justice services and the office of temporary and disability assistance in consultation with the department of transportation and the New York state interagency task force on human trafficking.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires private transportation employees to undergo human trafficking recognition training via Division of Criminal Justice Services, enhancing law enforcement collaboration and victim identification in criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates human-trafficking recognition training for transportation workers, directly enhancing workplace safety and protecting employees from exploitation per Labor & Employment topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6505: Directs the division of criminal justice services to establish a universal, statewide human trafficking hotline

Directs the division of criminal justice services, in consultation with the office of temporary and disability assistance, to establish a universal, statewide human trafficking hotline to provide individuals in the state access to appropriate counselling and services for human trafficking victims.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes statewide human trafficking hotline for victim services, directly advancing victim protection and support within criminal justice framework.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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