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Human trafficking happens when someone takes away another person’s freedom to make them work or perform sex acts. This can happen through threats of force, violence, or danger. Sometimes this is also referred to as labor trafficking or sex trafficking.

The legal definition of Human Trafficking is in Penal Code Section 236.1.

    How CalVCB can help

    Human trafficking victims can get up to $10,000 per year in compensation, for up to two years if a trafficker kept them from their freedom. This form of payment is available to new applications filed by victims on or after January 1, 2020.

    CalVCB may also help with other costs related to human trafficking, such as:

    • Medical bills
    • Dental bills
    • Mental health treatment
    • Home security
    • Relocation and more

    Victims must apply within seven years of the date of the crime. Minor victims must apply by their 28th birthday. If approved, CalVCB will send funds to minor victims after their 18th birthday.

    Substantiating the Crime

    Victims will need to give CalVCB proof that the crime happened. An application cannot be denied only because the victim did not make a police report.

    CalVCB accepts other types of proof, including but not limited to:

    • A letter from law enforcement
    • A signed statement from a human trafficking caseworker
    • Documents from a government agency for a special visa
    • Medical records

    Verifying Human Trafficking Compensation

    CalVCB needs proof to determine how much compensation a victim can receive. It can come from a law enforcement report or a sworn statement under penalty of perjury from:

    • The applicant
    • A caseworker
    • A licensed attorney
    • A witness

    The acceptable proof must list:

    • The dates the acts of trafficking started and ended;
    • The approximate number of hours per week that acts of trafficking were performed; and,
    • If payment was or will be received from any other sources.

    Human Trafficking Wage Compensation Verification Form (English)

    Human Trafficking Wage Compensation Verification Form (Spanish)

    How to Apply

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