Civil Litigation
May 8, 2024
The evolution of the childhood sexual abuse statute
California courts have seen a surge in filings for childhood sexual abuse cases due to the legislature's decision to extend the filing period. This article explains the evolution of the Childhood Sexual Abuse Statute: Pre-revival window, revival window, and post-revival window.
In recent years, California courts have experienced a significant surge in filings for childhood sexual abuse cases. The legislature’s acknowledgment of the profound psychological toll of childhood sexual abuse, reflected in their decision to extend the filing period, has significantly contributed to the surge. Often, victims of childhood sexual abuse have repressed memories, are ashamed to speak their truth or feel that their story will not be believed. California C...
For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
Receive unlimited article access and full access to our archives,
Daily Appellate Report, award winning columns, and our
Verdicts and Settlements.
Or
$795 for an entire year!
Or access this article for $45
(Purchase provides 7-day access to this article. Printing, posting or downloading is not allowed.)
Already a subscriber?
Sign In