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Act No. 1/2008 on Combating Human Trafficking.

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Bahrain
Human rights
2008-01-09
National
Law, Act

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The Act starts with providing a definition of human trafficking, and declares that such acts are illegal and need to be stopped and punished. Penalties include both fines and imprisonment. Also provides for aggravating circumstance and sets out the different penalties for such acts. Provides for the treatment and consideration of the victim including medical, psychological, and housing assistance if needed. A committee for the assessment of the situation of foreign victims of human trafficking is established to deal with the victims and their departure to their country of origin. The Minister of Social Development is to create centers for the victims of human trafficking, as well as to provide housing and treatment for the victims.

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    Date of entry into force
    2008-01-18
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