NJ S1989

Expands the definition of human trafficking to include those who knowingly participate in any way and benefit financially from trafficking schemes, not just organizers, supervisors, financiers, or managers

Extends protections for trafficking of minors under 18 to cover both sexual activity and labor/services exploitation, where previously only sexual activity was explicitly covered for minors

Maintains first-degree crime classification with mandatory minimum sentence of 20 years without parole eligibility, or 20 years to life with parole eligibility after 20 years

Requires mandatory minimum fine of $25,000 for first-degree convictions, deposited into the Human Trafficking Survivor's Assistance Fund

Preserves affirmative defense for defendants who were themselves victims of human trafficking during the alleged offense