Due to its proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border, states such as California experience a wide range of crimes tied to trafficking. One of the most serious is human trafficking, which accounts for hundreds of cases each year.
Some of the most recent cases involving human trafficking occurred earlier this month, when an annual task force dedicated to locating victims rescued 19 individuals and arrested four men connected to the operation.
San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan said the results of the annual “Home for the Holidays” operation also led to the arrest of a sex offender on charges including pimping, pandering and violating a protective order. In addition, six misdemeanor citations were issued to people accused of attempting to buy sex. If convicted, those arrested could face sentences ranging from six to 20 years in prison…