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TN HB0309

TN HB0309
As introduced, eliminates the civil statute of limitation on child sexual abuse; eliminates or extends the statutes of limitation on certain sexual offenses committed against children. - Amends TCA Title 28; Title 39 and Title 40.


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Introduced
01/30/2019
In Committee
02/04/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/19/2020

Introduced Session

111th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, eliminates the civil statute of limitation on child sexual abuse; eliminates or extends the statutes of limitation on certain sexual offenses committed against children. - Amends TCA Title 28; Title 39 and Title 40.

AI Summary

This bill eliminates the civil statute of limitation on child sexual abuse and extends or eliminates the statutes of limitation on certain sexual offenses committed against children. Specifically, it removes the time limit for bringing a civil lawsuit for child sexual abuse injuries or illnesses, and it allows for the prosecution of various sexual offenses against minors up to 25 years after the victim's 18th birthday or at any time if the offense occurred on or after July 1, 2019. The bill amends Titles 28, 39, and 40 of the Tennessee Code Annotated and takes effect on July 1, 2019.

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Withdrawn. (on 02/06/2019)

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