From VAWA to JVTA: The Power of Federal Anti-Assault and Trafficking Laws
Federal Anti-Assault and Trafficking Laws In recent years, the United States has seen significant legislative efforts aimed at combating sexual assault, sex trafficking, and related forms of violence and exploitation. These efforts have included the enactment and reauthorization of several key federal laws. Notable among these are the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA),…