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AL SB254
Bill
Status
3/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Merika Coleman-Evans
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AI Summary
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Extends the statute of limitations for civil actions involving sex offenses from 6 years to 36 years for individuals who are below 19 years of age or insane at the time the injury accrues.
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Applies to civil actions based on sex offenses as described in Section 15-20A-5 of Alabama Code.
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Maintains existing provisions that when both disabilities (being under age and insane) coexist, the limitation period does not begin until both disabilities are removed.
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Preserves the right of imprisoned persons to commence actions enumerated in the statute.
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Becomes effective October 1, 2025.
Legislative Description
Civil procedure, statute of limitations for civil actions involving certain sex offenses further provided for
Civil Procedure
Last Action
Currently Indefinitely Postponed
5/6/2025