INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION IN THE FIELD OF COMBATING HUMAN TRAFFICKING

According to the Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan “On Combating Human Trafficking” No. 958-IIQ dated 28.06.2005, the development of international cooperation in the field of combating human trafficking is one of the main principles of combating human trafficking. In accordance with the international treaties to which the Republic of Azerbaijan is a party, it cooperates with other states, their law enforcement agencies, as well as international organizations combating human trafficking.

Citizens of the Republic of Azerbaijan, foreigners or stateless persons who have committed crimes related to human trafficking are subject to criminal liability under the Criminal Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan, regardless of the place of commission of the crimes.

Provision of legal assistance in criminal cases related to human trafficking is carried out in accordance with the international treaties to which the Republic of Azerbaijan is a party and the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan on legal assistance in criminal cases.

Traffickers and other persons involved in committing acts related to human trafficking may be extradited to a foreign state for criminal prosecution or execution of the imposed sentence in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan and international treaties to which the Republic of Azerbaijan is a party.