House Bill 1546 /Senate Bill 2336 takes critical steps to ensure victims of human trafficking—especially children—are treated as victims, not criminals. The bill clarifies that minors cannot be held liable for nonviolent offenses that occur during their exploitation and expands survivors’ ability to clear records tied to their victimization. It also removes financial barriers to expungement and creates stronger legal protections for trafficking survivors.

At the same time, HB 1546/SB 2336 maintains accountability for those who profit from exploitation by preventing expungement for felony promoting or procuring prostitution offenses.

No child willingly engages in commercial sexual activity. Mississippi law should reflect that reality. HB 1546/SB 2336 moves the state toward a smarter, survivor-centered approach that promotes justice, healing, and accountability.

Tell lawmakers: Support HB 1546/SB 2336.