The bill aims to revise existing laws related to human trafficking by increasing the fines associated with these offenses and making them mandatory. It amends several sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), specifically sections 45-5-702, 45-5-703, 45-5-704, and 45-5-705, to reflect these changes. The intent is to strengthen the legal framework surrounding human trafficking and enhance penalties to deter such criminal activities.

Additionally, the bill stipulates an immediate effective date, ensuring that the revised laws and increased fines are implemented without delay. This legislative action underscores a commitment to combat human trafficking more effectively and hold offenders accountable through stricter financial penalties.

Statutes affected:
SB0265_1.pdf: 45-5-702, 45-5-703, 45-5-704, 45-5-705
SB0265_2.pdf: 45-5-702, 45-5-703, 45-5-704, 45-5-705
SB0265_3.pdf: 45-5-702, 45-5-703, 45-5-704, 45-5-705
Amended: 45-5-702, 45-5-703, 45-5-704, 45-5-705
Introduced: 45-5-702, 45-5-703, 45-5-704, 45-5-705