This bill mandates that individuals convicted of violations under the Human Trafficking Act of 2013 are required to pay restitution to victims. The restitution covers a range of expenses, including medical and psychological treatment, transportation, temporary housing, child care, court-related costs, and any damages to property. Additionally, it includes expenses related to the victim's relocation for safety and emotional well-being, as well as any other losses incurred due to the trafficking violation. Importantly, the bill ensures that a victim's return to their home country or absence from the state does not hinder their ability to receive restitution.

Furthermore, the bill amends the Arkansas Crime Victims Reparations Act by extending the time frame for filing claims from one year to five years after the injury or death that prompted the claim. Exceptions are made for cases where good cause is shown for the delay in filing, or if the victim is a minor, allowing claims to be filed within five years after they reach the age of eighteen. This change aims to provide victims with more time to seek reparations for their suffering.

Statutes affected:
SB 430: 16-90-712(a)
Act 666: 16-90-712(a)