Nebraska § 25-228 - Action by victim of sexual assault of a child; when.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 25-228 — Action by victim of sexual assault of a child; when., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-228. Action by victim of sexual assault of a child; when.
(1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law:
(a) There shall not be any time limitation for an action against the individual or individuals directly causing an injury or injuries suffered by a plaintiff when the plaintiff was a victim of a violation of section 28-319.01 or 28-320.01 if such violation occurred (i) on or after August 24, 2017, or (ii) prior to August 24, 2017, if such action was not previously time barred; and
(b) An action against any person or entity other than the individual directly causing an injury or injuries suffered by a plaintiff when the plaintiff was a victim of a violation of section 28-319.01 or 28-320.01 may only be brought within twelve years after the plaintiff's twenty-first birthday.
(2) Criminal prosecution of a defendant under section 28-319.01 or 28-320.01 is not required to maintain a civil action for violation of such sections.
This section does not apply to an action that was already barred under the existing statutes of limitations at the time this section was enacted in 2012. Doe v. McCoy, 297 Neb. 321, 899 N.W.2d 899 (2017).
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 25-228
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 25-228 cover?
Section 25-228 ("Action by victim of sexual assault of a child; when.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 25-228?
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Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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How does Nebraska § 25-228 apply to my situation?
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