CA Legislature does not label child sex trafficking as a crime [VIDEO]

In a move that has left many conservatives baffled, the California legislature recently failed to pass a law making child sex trafficking a felony. That decision, critics argue, sends a troubling message about the state’s priorities.

“Car theft is a crime, but selling a child for sex is not.”

senator @ShannonGroveCAwhich presented the #SB14 Child Trafficking Bill joins the conversation to reveal the inner workings of the #California legislationhttps://t.co/XRdRyCHqWppic.twitter.com/0DyXpqfSDF

— Siyamak Khorrami (@SiyamakKhorrami) August 10, 2023

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The proposal sought to bring strict legal consequences for those involved in the horrific act of trafficking minors for sexual purposes. With the rise of these incidents on a national and global scale, many believed that such legislation would be a no-brainer. However, the bill faced opposition in California’s legislative chambers, which led to its ultimate defeat.

Conservatives and child protection advocates across the state are expressing disappointment and concern. They argue that by not making such a heinous crime a felony, the state is not taking a strong enough stance against child exploiters.

Some argue that the bill’s failure to pass reflects a broader trend in California politics, where protecting the vulnerable often takes a backseat to other legislative interests.

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Child protection advocates stress the need for stricter legislation to deter would-be traffickers. By classifying child sex trafficking as a crime, it would lead to harsher penalties and more substantial legal consequences, thus providing a greater deterrent.

This incident will undoubtedly have repercussions in the upcoming elections as voters assess the values ​​and priorities of their elected representatives. The failure to pass such critical legislation is a stark reminder that there is much work to be done in the fight against child exploitation.

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