Human trafficking is now a global epidemic, representing a serious infringement of human rights that impacts millions of individuals worldwide. This illicit practice exploits victims through coercion, deception or the abuse of power, pushing them into forced labor, sexual exploitation and other unsavory activities.

Sacramento county law enforcement partner with the California department of justice and homeland security to fight human trafficking crisis in the capital city.

The Sacramento Regional Human Trafficking Task Force is being launched to combat trafficking and support survivors.