Legal Definitions - compulsory labor

Compulsory labor is when someone is forced to work under the threat of punishment. This means that the person did not choose to work voluntarily. It is also known as forced labor.

Examples of compulsory labor include:

• A prisoner being forced to work in a factory without pay
• A child being forced to work in a sweatshop instead of going to school
• A person being forced to work in dangerous conditions without proper safety equipment

These examples illustrate how someone is being made to work against their will and without any choice. It is important to note that there are some exceptions to this definition, such as penalties imposed by a court or compulsory military service.