Training Overview
Human trafficking affects an estimated 50 million victims globally, with approximately 400,000 individuals exploited in the United States through sex trafficking, labor trafficking, or domestic servitude. This illicit trade generates staggering profits—approximately $240 billion annually—surpassing the earnings of major Fortune 500 companies such as Apple, Amazon, and Disney.
Traditionally, law enforcement has relied heavily on victim testimony to secure convictions against traffickers. However, this approach presents significant challenges, as proving a human trafficking case often depends on victims who may be unable or unwilling to testify due to fear, trauma, or other barriers.
Fortunately, alternative strategies exist to target traffickers effectively. Like narcotics trafficking, human trafficking generates enormous profits that are difficult to hide. This webinar will explore how investigators can conduct parallel financial investigations, leveraging federal money laundering statutes and resources such as the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to disrupt traffickers’ operations and strengthen cases.
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