Justice & Safety

Human Trafficking

Prosecutors assigned to the Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Section handle cases involving trafficking of adults or children for the purposes of forced labor services, forced sexual activity, or sexual activity for monetary purposes. They also handle cases involving online solicitation of children and the possession or distribution of images depicting children involved in sexual activity. 

Prosecutors assigned to the Adult Sex Crimes Section handle cases involving the sexual assault of any person over 17. 

If you are unsure whether your case is being handled by the Human Trafficking/Child Exploitation and Adult Sex Crimes Division, please call 713-274-0150.

In addition to prosecutors, our social work team is here to help victims of human trafficking and sexual assault navigate the criminal justice system and provide emotional support. To contact the social work team, please call 713-274-0150.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are at 1201 Franklin on the second floor. Exit the elevator bank and take a left. At the end of the hallway, take a right into Victim Services.

  • We use a language service to communicate in almost any language, including American Sign Language. We have caseworkers who speak a variety of languages.

  • It can take years for some criminal cases to be completed. Please know that regardless of how long the process takes, your case is important to us and our team is here to assist you in any way we can.

  • You may call us at 713-274-1508 and our staff will connect you with the prosecutor assigned to your case.

  • In most cases the prosecutor in the case will present a sentencing offer, which could be prison time or probation. This decision is based on a full evaluation of the applicable laws and facts of the case, including the opinion of the victim or the guardian of the victim. If the defendant chooses to decline the State’s offer, then in some cases they can plea to be sentenced by a judge or exercise their right to a jury trial. If the case goes to trial and the defendant is found guilty by the jury, the defendant may choose to be sentenced by the judge or the jury.

  • For the majority of cases the victim will be asked to testify, even if they are a child. We recognize that testifying in court can be frightening for both children and adults. Our trained team of prosecutors, paralegals, investigators, social workers, and community partners are committed to helping victims through the process.

  • Call your local law enforcement agency and make a police report National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 National Center for Missing and Exploited Children: 1-800-843-5678.

  • Please view our Resources page for more information.