Bill > A07984

This bill amends the New York criminal procedure law to extend the statute of limitations for prosecuting certain child-related offenses. Specifically, the bill allows prosecutors to bring charges for endangering the welfare of a child until the victim reaches the age of twenty-three, instead of the previous time limit. The change applies to offenses such as sexual offenses against children under 18, first through third-degree incest involving children under 18, use of a child in a sexual performance, and endangering the welfare of a child as defined in the penal law. The statute of limitations will begin to run either when the child turns 23 or when the offense is reported to law enforcement or the statewide central register of child abuse and maltreatment, whichever happens first. This bill aims to provide victims of child-related offenses more time to come forward and seek legal recourse, recognizing that children may need additional time to process and report traumatic experiences.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7984