AG Bonta announced the results of a three-day sting operation — dubbed Operation Iron Justice — that focused on quelling the demand for commercial sexual exploitation surrounding large-scale events. From July 22 to 24, 2026, the California DOJ’s San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force conducted a demand reduction operation that resulted in 27 arrests of sex buyers.

“The ugly truth is that the demand for these illegal services fuels the supply of commercial sex operations and human trafficking. No matter if it’s around large-scale conventions or anywhere else, solicitation is a crime and California stands ready to hold offenders accountable. My office is proud to lead the San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force to confront demand and support survivors. Our ongoing efforts will continue to keep communities safe and achieve meaningful results that protect Californians.” -AG Bonta