Section 45, of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 provides a statutory defence for slavery and trafficking victims who commit a criminal offence(s).
Are you vulnerable, exploited and being taken advantage of?
Modern slavery is a complex area of law concerning multiple forms of exploitation, which include:
- Human trafficking
- Slavery
- Servitude
- Forced and compulsory labour
Notable cases
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About the case
People trafficking/sexual exploitation (leading authority on the policy not to prosecute those who are themselves victims of trafficking).
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About the case
8-week people-trafficking trial involving international intercept evidence.
Latest news and insight about modern slavery
I’m currently defending a 21-year-old male who was tricked and trafficked to the UK with a promise of a better life.