Bill > S909

This bill proposes to extend the statute of limitations, which is the time limit for filing charges for a crime, for certain sex crimes in Massachusetts. Specifically, it would allow indictments or complaints for a list of offenses, including various sexual assault and abuse charges outlined in chapters 265 and 272 of the General Laws, to be filed at any time after the crime occurred, removing the previous time limit for these offenses. The bill also introduces new conditions for these claims to be considered, requiring support from a licensed Massachusetts psychologist for the victim's claims, willingness of legal counsel to represent the victim, and support from the district attorney in the county where the crime allegedly happened. Furthermore, it establishes a three-year retroactive window for victims to file these claims.