Human trafficking is widespread in Texas, and there are many misconceptions about the issue. Separating fact from fiction is the key to raising awareness about what trafficking actually looks like in our Texas communities. At Fibich, Leebron, Copeland & Briggs, we are tireless advocates for survivors of human trafficking. We believe that survivors deserve justice,…
State Law Regarding the Trafficking of Persons It is believed that thousands of men, women, and children are trafficked in and out of Texas each year. As one of the largest border states, Texas has become a trafficking hotspot. In an effort to combat the crisis, the state attorney general has formed a “Human Trafficking…
Labor and Sex Trafficking Continues To Spread in Houston According to Can You See Me? human trafficking is the fastest-growing crime in the world. Human trafficking can affect men, women, and children from any demographic or socioeconomic background. There are 25 million people enslaved worldwide, as reported by Global Estimates of Modern Slavery. In Texas, the Attorney General estimates that…
