An Act to require training on human trafficking for law enforcement officers.
Be it enacted by the Legislature of the State of South Dakota:
Section 1. That chapter 23-3 be amended with a NEW SECTION:
A law enforcement officer shall biannually attend training in investigating and handling violations of chapter 22-49 covering how to:
(1) Identify violating conduct;
(2) Collect evidence and identify victims using victim-centered-preliminary and ongoing interviewing techniques and mechanisms to avoid undue harm and trauma to the victim;
(3) Prosecute a person who violates;
(4) Adopt response protocols for a minor victim;
(5) Collaborate with nongovernmental and social service organizations to support a victim and the ongoing investigation; and
(6) Protect the rights and promote the safety of a suspected or identified victim, consider the special needs of the victim, and not treat the victim as a criminal.