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by shadowbanme 2511 days ago
I’m confused as to what makes this particular individual a “trafficking victim” rather than simply a prostitute. At 17, she would have been above the age of consent in two out of the three states mentioned, although not in the US Virgin Islands.
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The ability to leave.
Consent
Did she not consent, though? Is that part of the allegation?