HB 6592 Summary

• Establishes a three-year statute of limitations for civil actions seeking damages for malicious prosecution, measured from the date the underlying criminal proceeding terminates.

• Applies to any cause of action arising from a criminal proceeding that terminated prior to, on, or after the July 1, 2021 effective date.

• Overrides the provisions of Connecticut General Statutes section 52-577.

• Received a joint favorable recommendation from the Judiciary Committee.