As thousands of troops return from Afghanistan and Iraq, unfortunately some of them will violate the law. A new type of specialty court promises to reduce recidivism among eligible veterans by holding them accountable and helping them address the challenges they face that often stem from their service and readjusting to society.
Criminal Justice
Prosecute Traffickers, Not Victims
The central paradox of human trafficking is that victims, not traffickers, are most likely to face criminal charges. In fact, an individual is more likely to be struck by lightning than prosecuted for trafficking. Which begs the question, why? How Traffickers Turn Victims into Defendants To start, prosecutors and law enforcement act on the best available information...
September 1, 2026