Special Investigative Techniques For Human Trafficking Investigation In Ethiopia

Negesse Asnake Ayalew

doi:10.36923/ijsser.v2i1.50

Open Access Article Law and Legal Studies

Negesse Asnake Ayalew ⁽¹⁾

(1) Ethiopian police university college, Ethiopia

https://doi.org/10.36923/ijsser.v2i1.50

Issue
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2020)

Submitted
December 21, 2019

Published
March 23, 2020

Keywords:

Human Trafficking, Surveillances, Undercover Investigation, Intelligences

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Abstract

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the role of special crime investigation techniques for drug trafficking in Ethiopia. Given the complex nature of drug trafficking and the significant impact it has on society, it is crucial to understand the effectiveness and limitations of current investigation methods. This study employs a qualitative research approach, utilizing document reviews and interviews with crime investigators who have direct experience in the field. These investigators were selected purposively to provide in-depth insights into the practices and challenges of special investigation techniques. The findings reveal that while there are some provisions for special investigation techniques in the FDRE criminal justice policy, as well as in the anti-human trafficking and smuggling of migrant proclamations, these legal frameworks are not comprehensive. Key aspects such as the types of special investigation techniques, the authorities responsible for conducting them, the duration for which they can be applied, and the specific requirements for their use are not adequately addressed. The study concludes that there is a pressing need for the House of People's Representatives to enact an all-inclusive law that clearly defines the special investigation techniques for human trafficking and drug trafficking in Ethiopia. Additionally, it recommends that the general attorney should undertake efforts to raise public awareness about these techniques to ensure transparency and public trust. This research highlights the challenges of human trafficking investigations in Ethiopia and serves as valuable reference material for students, policymakers, and lawmakers.

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Negesse Asnake Ayalew

Ethiopian police university college

Ayalew, N. A. (2020). Special Investigative Techniques For Human Trafficking Investigation In Ethiopia. Innovation Journal of Social Sciences and Economic Review, 2(1), 14–23. https://doi.org/10.36923/ijsser.v2i1.50

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