Amends TCA Title 28 and Title 40, Chapter 2.
Tennessee HB0973 amends the statute of limitations for certain sexual offenses committed against minors under 18 years of age, extending the time frame for prosecution and civil actions. It affects victims of specified sexual offenses, including aggravated rape and sexual exploitation of minors, by allowing prosecution to commence up to 30 years after the victim turns 18, provided corroborating evidence is presented. Additionally, for civil actions related to child sexual abuse occurring on or after July 1, 2025, the statute of limitations is extended to 30 years from the victim's 18th birthday or three years from the discovery of the abuse.
Tennessee HB0973 amends the statute of limitations for certain sexual offenses committed against minors under 18 years of age, extending the time frame for prosecution and civil actions. It affects victims of specified sexual offenses, including aggravated rape and sexual exploitation of minors, by allowing prosecution to commence up to 30 years after the victim turns 18, provided corroborating evidence is presented. Additionally, for civil actions related to child sexual abuse occurring on or after July 1, 2025, the statute of limitations is extended to 30 years from the victim's 18th birthday or three years from the discovery of the abuse.
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