INTERNATIONAL TRAFFICKING IN WOMEN

Abstract

This article sought to discuss the crime of international trafficking in women and its elementary aspects according to the criminal rules in force in the national legal system. Considering the seriousness of this crime, which violates the human dignity of the victim, this research discusses the crime and its legal aspects, especially after the entry into force of Law 13,344/2016. Through bibliographical research, based on laws, doctrines and jurisprudential decisions, with qualitative analysis of the text, the study aims to resolve the question about the answer given by Brazilian standards in force when this practice occurs. By consulting the selected materials, it was possible to conclude that the Brazilian legal system underwent an important change in 2016, more directly applying national plans and commitments made internationally, especially through the implementation of prevention, repression and protection measures for victims. of traffic. In the end, it can be stated that, despite slow progress, it is possible to identify that the prevention and repression provisions provided for in Law 13,344/2016 have been put into practice and criminal agents have been effectively held responsible for international trafficking committed against the women.