Additional Modern Slavery Act 2015 considerations (Appendix D)

Summary

This section provides crucial details regarding the considerations under the Modern Slavery Act 2015 for police officers. It outlines various powers of the courts related to slavery and trafficking reparation orders, forfeiture and detention of vehicles involved in human trafficking, and the issuance of slavery and trafficking prevention orders (STPOs). Additionally, it highlights the process for appeals and the special measures available for witnesses under the Act. The guidance ensures officers understand the implications of these sections and the necessary legal requirements for enforcement.

Key principles

• 1Understanding Section 4's offences and their implications.
• 2Utilizing court powers effectively for victim reparation.
• 3Implementing STPOs and STROs to prevent human trafficking.
• 4Knowing the appeal process for orders and preventing misuse.
• 5Ensuring witness protections are in place in line with legal standards.

Defined terms

slavery and trafficking prevention order (STPO)

A civil order made by a court as part of sentencing for a conviction of slavery or human trafficking.

slavery and trafficking risk order (STRO)

An order applied for when there is no conviction but a previous recording of guilt for a slavery or human trafficking offence.

reparation order

An order made by a criminal court to compensate victims for work done while enslaved.

confiscation order

A court order to confiscate property obtained through criminal activity.