Identifying Human Trafficking

Could you or someone you know be a victim of human trafficking?


Here is a list of questions that can help you determine if you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking. For more information, contact BRCC at 859.253.2615.

  • Are you not free to leave your job or situation if you want?
  • Can you not come and go as you please?
  • Have you been threatened if you try to leave?
  • Were you told you would have a legitimate job, and then later found out you must work in a job you do not feel is legitimate?
  • Are you working off a debt that never seems to go away?
  • Have you been threatened that you will be turned over to police or immigration officials?
  • Has anyone threatened your family?
  • Have you been abused physically or sexually?
  • Has anyone taken away your immigration papers?
  • Do you have to ask permission to eat, sleep or go to the bathroom?
  • Is there a lock on your door so you cannot get out?
  • Does someone prohibit you from socializing or attending religious services?

The law protects victims of human trafficking.

  • You have a right to call the police regardless of your immigration status.
  • You have the right to be understood. If you do not speak English well, ask for an interpreter.
  • You should not be put in jail for being in a trafficking situation, even if your trafficker is forcing you into prostitution or to use drugs.
  • You may be eligible for a trafficking visa if you are willing to speak to the police about what has happened.