Human Trafficking in An International Legal Perspective

Abstract

Human trafficking cases are increasingly prevalent and are of great concern. Based on news in print and electronic media as well as several observations made, it shows how this case occurs in women and children. Women and children who are trafficked usually aim for prostitution pornography beggars to household assistants.  From this paper the author will discuss from the perspective of international law. This research uses the juridical method. The data collected is analyzed qualitatively and this research concludes that 1. The international legal perspective on human trafficking is comprehensive and designed to address various aspects of this crime. Although there are challenges in implementation, this framework provides a solid foundation for states in their efforts to counter human trafficking, protect victims, and prosecute perpetrators. 2. National law expressly regulates the crime of human trafficking in the Law on the Elimination of Trafficking in Persons No.21 of 2007. This law was made as a manifestation of the Palermo Protocol ratified in Indonesia. Legal protection for victims of human trafficking crimes is also guaranteed by the law by imprisoning perpetrators of such crimes and providing legal rights to victims.