SB 421·OH·senate
Increase time period to bring civil action for sex offense victim
Passed One ChamberFiled Apr 14, 2026
Sponsor: Nickie Antonio (D)
Latest Action
Introduced
Jun 16, 2026
Summary
The bill changes Ohio law so that survivors of childhood sexual abuse have up to twelve years, instead of a shorter period, to file civil claims after they turn 18. It defines the types of abuse covered, lists who can be sued, and adds tolling if the abuser hid the misconduct. The change aims to give victims more time to seek redress.
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