Required Signage Information:
Human Trafficking typically exploits Individuals for commercial sex or forced labor while subjecting victims to force, fraud and coercion. In June 2015, the state enacted a new statute (Section 787.29 Fla. Stat.) that requires businesses and locations throughout Florida to display public awareness signage to inform the public about human trafficking and resources for assistance. The new law also authorizes counties to adopt ordinances to enforce the public awareness requirements.
The Pasco Ordinance 16-34(PDF) Opens a New Window. requires public awareness signs to be displayed at the following establishments in a conspicuous location visible to the public and employees, to alert employees and the public about the existence, remedies and protections related to human trafficking. It authorizes the County to enforce the signage requirements and is in effect starting December 1, 2016.