Non-application of the non-punishment principle to victims of human trafficking (commentary on STS 960/2023, December 21).

Abstract

This paper analyzes the STS 960/2023, dated December 21, which denies the application of the exculpatory excuse of article 177 bis.11 CP to a victim of abusive trafficking aimed at exploitation for criminal activities, specifically drug trafficking. It discusses the interpretation of the Tribunal Supremo, which overlooks the victim’s state of need and vulnerability, and suggests the presence of a plutophilic bias in the ruling.