*''Protection'' – ensure the safety of trafficked persons through investigation, risk assessment and referral to appropriate community services.
*''Prosecution'' – gather evidence so traffickers can be prosecuted.
*''Partnership'' - work in partnership with others, both domestically and internationally There are many challenges for law enforcement, for example:.
*There are many challenges for law enforcement, for example: *The international nature of trafficking – countries have different laws and the authorities in source countries may be involved in crime**The hidden nature of trafficking and its connection to organized crime**Trafficked people are frequently moved to different locations**Trafficked people fear the police and immigration authorities and are afraid to testify against traffickers**Trafficked people may not see themselves as victims of crime