Protection and Assistance for Victims of Trafficking

摘要

This rule sets forth guidance for all appropriate federal officials, including but not limited to officials of the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Department of State (DOS) in implementing provisions of section 107(c) of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000. It establishes overall implementation procedures and assigns responsibilities for DOJ and DOS officials to carry out certain requirements related to the identification and protection of victims of severe forms of trafficking in persons. This rule establishes and/or identifies mechanisms that will allow officials to appropriately address the particular needs of these victims. Specifically it addresses: the identification of victims of a severe form of trafficking in persons; the protection of victims of severe forms of trafficking in persons while in custody; access to information and translation services for victims of severe forms of trafficking in persons; legal mechanisms for allowing victims of severe forms of trafficking in persons, who are potential witnesses, continued presence in the United States; and development of appropriate DOJ and DOS training.