Experience from KOK's specialised counselling centres shows that trafficked persons who have experienced forced prostitution suffer not only psychological and physical consequences as a result of their exploitation, but are also confronted with severe financial repercussions. In response, KOK commissioned a legal opinion in 2025 examining the legal challenges involved and identifying courses of action available to trafficked persons. Against this background, KOK advocates for a more victim-sensitive approach to tax debts incurred by persons affected by forced prostitution, and is committed to ensuring that existing legal discretion is exercised in the interests of victim protection.

Published: 03.03.2026