Interpretation highlights trafficking

Courts directed to accept applications for civil compensation from families

Courts should facilitate and accept applications for civil compensation from families of human trafficking victims, according to a judicial interpretation that will take effect on Friday.

In recent years, the abduction and trafficking of women and children have attracted widespread attention and public outrage, urging the country to strengthen its fight against such crimes, said the Supreme People's Court, China's top court.

"These offenses not only seriously violate the legitimate rights and interests of the trafficked women and children, but also cause great mental agony and place financial burdens on the victims' families," the top court added.