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MA H1536
MA H1536Amending the statute of limitations relating to civil rights actions and criminal prosecutions for the sexual assault and rape of a child
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the statute of limitations relating to civil rights actions and criminal prosecutions for the sexual assault and rape of a child. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends the statute of limitations relating to civil rights actions and criminal prosecutions for the sexual assault and rape of a child. Specifically, it extends the statute of limitations for civil rights actions alleging sexual assault or abuse until the victim reaches 18 years old, and removes the statute of limitations for criminal prosecutions of indecent assault and battery or rape where the victim was under 18 when the offense was committed. These changes aim to provide more time for victims of child sexual assault and abuse to seek legal recourse.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Senate concurred (on 05/20/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1536 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1536.pdf |
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