SEX CRIMES LAW — CALIFORNIA
Human Trafficking Laws in California — PC §236.1
Human trafficking under PC §236.1 is one of the most seriously prosecuted crimes in California. It carries up to 20 years in state prison and life in prison when victims are minors. Federal trafficking charges can add decades more.
Reviewed by Daniel S. Rubin, CA Bar 302093 · Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
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Human Trafficking California — At a Glance
- Law / Code
- PC §236.1 / 18 U.S.C. §1591
- Classification
- Felony
- Maximum Penalty
- 5–20 years state / up to life federal (minors)
- Probation Eligible
- No for most trafficking convictions
- Strike Offense
- Yes — violent felony
- Related Codes
- PC §236.1PC §266hPC §29018 U.S.C. §1591
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