Bill > A5716

This bill requires law enforcement agencies in the state to ensure that officers who respond to and investigate domestic violence or sexual assault cases complete a human trafficking training course approved by the Police Training Commission (PTC). This requirement builds upon existing law that already mandates the PTC develop and approve courses on handling, investigating, and prosecuting human trafficking cases. The training is designed to improve law enforcement's ability to recognize, respond to, and investigate potential human trafficking situations, with a specific focus on officers who work in domestic violence and sexual assault cases. The bill amends a previous law from 2013 by adding the specific training requirement for these officers. The new training provision aims to enhance officers' understanding of human trafficking, its impact, and appropriate response procedures. The bill will take effect on the first day of the fourth month following its enactment, giving law enforcement agencies time to implement the new training requirement.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A5716