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Ley 2168 de 2021

This text is the preamble of Law 2168 of 2021 and says it amends Colombia’s Penal Code by adding aggravating circumstances and paragraphs to article 188-A/188-B.

Jurisdiction
Colombia
Instrument
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Citation
Ley 2168 de 2021
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Language
es
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criminal penalties human trafficking prevention procedural regulation public policy sexual exploitation/trafficking-related aggravation

Statute overview

About this statute

This text is the preamble of Law 2168 of 2021 and says it amends Colombia’s Penal Code by adding aggravating circumstances and paragraphs to article 188-A/188-B. This article increases penalties for certain offenses when aggravating circumstances are present, and gives three authorities 6 months to regulate a procedure and route for human trafficking victims and toxicology exams. The national government must strengthen public policies to prevent human trafficking and carry out publicity and outreach about the provisions covered here. This article says the law takes effect when it is promulgated and repeals any conflicting rules.

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