San Diego’s Anti-Trafficking Law Backfires | San Diego News

San Diego’s new anti-trafficking law AB 379, meant to curb sex buying by targeting loitering, is sparking controversy as enforcement data reveals a startling racial disparity—only 12 of 95 arrests involved white men, while Latino and Black men are disproportionately targeted in neighborhoods like Barrio Logan. Lawmakers and police argue it deters trafficking, but advocates warn it criminalizes vulnerable sex workers who rely on street work for survival, often due to systemic barriers. Critics, including the ACLU, fear the law exploits racial bias and endangers workers by forcing rushed, unsafe encounters. They urge a shift toward public health solutions like housing and job training, arguing that criminalizing clients doesn’t stop trafficking—and may even make victims more vulnerable. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4a3f6d1a8be6e225