Human trafficking Flashcards

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What is the purpose of G.O. 2019-03A?

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To outline procedures for reporting and investigating human trafficking.

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Describe Lexington Police Department’s policy on human trafficking.

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To identify, assist victims, and prosecute traffickers with state and federal assistance.

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What approach does the department use to combat human trafficking?

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A victim-centered approach.

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List indicators of human trafficking mentioned in the policy.

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Lack of ID, controlled travel documents, heavy security, restricted socializing, signs of abuse.

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Provide examples of forms of sexual exploitation in human trafficking.

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Online escort services, brothels, massage parlors, pornography, strip clubs.

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What advice does the policy provide for officers when speaking to potential trafficking victims?

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Avoid focusing on documentation, offer a different location, ask detailed questions.

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What questions can officers ask suspected victims of trafficking?

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Avoid legal status issues, inquire about living conditions, signs of abuse, and more.

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What are recognizable indicators of child sex trafficking?

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Indicators include aggressive attitude, drug abuse, malnourishment, multiple mobile phones, and finances.

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Why should trafficking victims’ mobile phones be seized and searched?

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The phones contain critical evidence related to communication with traffickers and buyers.

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What is the first step when responding to child sex trafficking victims?

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Ensuring the safety of the child sex trafficking victim is the most important initial step.

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Why should efforts be made to respond to child victims in a trauma-informed manner?

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To prevent worsening the trauma of child sex trafficking victims during intervention.

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What type of individuals should conduct the interview of a child victim?

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The interview of a child victim should only be performed by a certified forensic interviewer.

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What is included in the initial training related to human trafficking for recruits?

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Characteristics, dynamics, state and federal laws, investigation of cases, and victim assistance resources.

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What must the Training Section ensure regarding training for victim advocates?

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Training for victim advocates must include appropriate intervention with crime victims.

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How often should refresher training related to human trafficking be provided for officers?

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Refresher training related to human trafficking should be provided at least triennially.

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Who is responsible for initiating and completing asset forfeiture for property used in human trafficking?

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The human trafficking detective is responsible for obtaining assistance for asset forfeiture.

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What resources are available to victims of human trafficking?

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Resources include Catholic Charities of Louisville and Bakhita Empowerment Initiative.

18
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What kind of approach does the program’s staff encourage for clients?

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The program’s staff encourages self-liberation over rescuing clients.

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What services are offered to clients by the program?

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Direct services include school enrollment, family reunification, support groups, and more.

20
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What is the contact number for the Advocate in the Lexington Office?

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(502) 938-4587

21
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What kind of support does the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children provide?

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Immediate crisis intervention and support for families with missing or exploited children.

22
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What specialized services are provided by NCMEC’s Child Sex Trafficking Team?

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Specialized technical assistance, analysis, and recovery services for child sex trafficking cases.

23
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What is the hotline number for the National Human Trafficking Hotline?

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(888) 373-7888

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What is the mission of the National Human Trafficking Hotline?

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To provide critical support and services to human trafficking victims and survivors.

25
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What does Polaris Project focus on in the fight against modern slavery?

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Disrupting human trafficking networks, helping survivors, and preventing more victims.

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What does Ampersand Sexual Violence Resource Center provide to community members?

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Support, resources, information, education, and crisis counseling.

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What assistance can victims access from the Fayette County Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney?

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Access to community resources, court accompaniment, and filing crime victim compensation forms.

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What specific questions should officers ask victims of human trafficking?

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Officers should ask about where they live, eat, sleep, address, phone number, schools attended.

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Who should officers notify immediately if human trafficking is suspected?

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Officers should immediately notify their supervisor if human trafficking is suspected.

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What are the steps taken by supervisors when human trafficking is suspected?

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Supervisors will notify the BOI Special Investigations Section or the Intelligence Unit detective.

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What actions should be taken if the suspected human trafficking victim is under 18 years old?

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The initial responding officer must obtain minimal facts and information to support suspicion and notify the supervisor.

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What notifications will be made by the CAC detective if the suspected victim is under 18?

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Notifications to Child Protective Services and parent/legal guardian or caregiver of the child will be made by the CAC detective.

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What should officers do in instances where victims’ safety or health is at risk?

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Officers should work with victims to address safety and potentially remove them from the situation.

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How should officers handle language barriers with victims?

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Officers should follow procedures to obtain a translator if there is a language barrier, as outlined in the Language Access Plan.

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What should officers do with tips of human trafficking they receive?

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Any tips of human trafficking received should be forwarded to the BOI Special Investigations Section Intelligence Unit detective for investigation.