New law in Ohio is aimed at putting a stop to human trafficking

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By Don Hammond, Anchor - bio | email

Human trafficking is now a first degree felony in Ohio punishable of up to 15 years in prison.

The measure signed today by Governor John Kasich, also creates a fund to help victims who are often forced into the sex trade or pushed to work in the fields, restaurants or other sweatshop type jobs.

This law created a path for the victims to have their records expunged if they have prostitution or solicitation charges as a result of being forced into the sex trade.

The governor and lawmakers including Teresa Fedor and Mark Wagoner say this is a true example of Republicans and Democrats setting aside their differences for a common cause.