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Judges Learn About Human Trafficking Cases
posted (May 3, 2012)
In recent years, the number of persons charged with human trafficking has increased, but Belize has recorded only 2 successful human trafficking convictions, and both of them occurred earlier this year.

Now, with some international prodding, the Judiciary is preparing itself to hear human trafficking cases.

Today, the Supreme Court Judges embarked on a two-day training in which they have received international help to educate themselves about human trafficking and Belize's legislation on it.

Chief Justice Kenneth Benjamin, spoke about what the training had to offer.

Chief Justice Kenneth Benjamin - Chief Justice of Belize
"Well, this is intended to be a judicial colloquium at the instance of the International Office for Migration. The whole intention is that judges could be sensitized on anti-trafficking efforts here in Belize, and also to be familiarized with what is taking place in the international arena against what is taking place locally - more specifically - to be brought in line with all the legislation that is here at present in Belize, and what is intended in the very near future. Very kindly, the IRM Office here in Belize has consented to having this colloquium, and they've brought in an international trainer who is in fact a retired Scotland Yard Officer with several years' experience in the prosecution and investigation of these types of offenses. He comes with a considerable international experience and knowledge, and we're very grateful to have him as the facilitator."

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