---
urn: urn:us-la:rs:46:2163
citation: "R.S. 46:2163"
status: active
breadcrumb: "Title 46 › Chapter 28-B › Part I"
acts_citations:
  - { year: 2013, number: 429, section: 2, effective_date: 2013-06-24, role: enactment }
---

# Civil cause of action for victims of human trafficking

An individual who is a victim of human trafficking shall have a civil cause of action in district court for injunctive relief and to recover actual damages, compensatory damages, punitive damages, and for any other appropriate relief. A prevailing plaintiff shall also be awarded court costs and attorney fees. Treble damages shall be awarded on proof of actual damages where the defendant's actions were willful and malicious.