Louisiana Statutes
§ 46:2163 — Civil cause of action for victims of human trafficking
Louisiana·Title 46 Public Welfare and Assistance
An individual who is a victim of human trafficking shall have a civil cause of action in district court for injunctive relief and to recover actual damages, compensatory damages, punitive damages, and for any other appropriate relief. A prevailing plaintiff shall also be awarded court costs and attorney fees. Treble damages shall be awarded on proof of actual damages where the defendant's actions were willful and malicious.
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290 F. Supp. 3d 581 (E.D. Louisiana, 2017)
Legislative History
Acts 2013, No. 429, §2, eff. June 24, 2013.
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Definitions§ 46:2116.3
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