Bill > S1155

This bill amends Section 4D of chapter 260 of the Massachusetts General Laws to extend the statute of limitations for civil actions related to human trafficking. Specifically, the bill allows victims to file a civil lawsuit within 10 years of being freed from human trafficking situations, or in cases involving child victims, within 10 years after the victim turns 18. This change provides survivors of human trafficking with a longer window of time to seek legal recourse and potential compensation, recognizing that victims may need additional time to process their experiences, gather evidence, and pursue justice. The extended statute of limitations acknowledges the complex psychological and practical challenges that human trafficking survivors often face in coming forward and taking legal action against their traffickers.

Budget and Finance, Justice

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1155