Conviction of U.N. Judge for Trafficking and Forced Labor
U.N. judge Lydia Mugambe was convicted of trafficking a young woman to the U.K. and forcing her to work as a slave. She denied the charges.
Key Points
- Mugambe exploited a young woman as an unpaid maid and caregiver
- Convicted of facilitating illegal immigration, forced labor, and witness intimidation
- Conspired with a Ugandan diplomat for illegal activities
Pros
- Justice served for the victim
- Exposes corruption within legal system
Cons
- Violation of human rights
- Abuse of power