MS SB2012

Requires mandatory reporting to the Department of Human Services when there is reasonable cause to suspect a minor under 18 is a trafficking victim, triggering child abuse/neglect investigation procedures

Establishes asset forfeiture provisions allowing seizure of vehicles, money, computers, real estate, and other property used in human trafficking offenses, with 20% of proceeds going to a new Relief for Victims of Human Trafficking Fund and 80% to participating law enforcement agencies

Provides immunity from prosecution for prostitution to minors under 18 (who are placed in protective custody as potential abuse victims) and to adult trafficking victims who are referred to assistance resources

Increases penalties for procuring prostitution of minors under 18 to a felony punishable by up to 6 years imprisonment and $3,000 fine, and adds human trafficking to the definition of racketeering activity

Mandates court-ordered restitution to victims for trafficking offenses and expands definitions of forced labor to include electronic enticement of minors without requiring physical or financial harm