MS SB2321

Creates a civil cause of action allowing trafficking victims to sue defendants who engage in human trafficking or willfully and knowingly benefit from participating in trafficking ventures for compensatory damages, court costs, and attorney fees.

Establishes a 3-year statute of limitations for civil suits, or 3 years after the claimant reaches age 18 if the cause of action accrued while they were a minor.

Clarifies that property owners are not liable solely because trafficking occurred on their property unless they engaged in or benefitted from the trafficking.

Amends prostitution promotion statutes to include conduct violating Section 97-29-49 and increases penalties, including a 5-30 year sentence and $50,000-$500,000 fine for offenses involving minors.

Redirects forfeiture proceeds from human trafficking cases: 50% to the newly renamed "Victims of Human Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation Fund" and 50% to participating law enforcement agencies.