Increase time period to bring civil action for sex offense victim

Summary

The bill changes Ohio law so that a survivor of a sexual offense can file a civil lawsuit up to five years after the claim arises, instead of the shorter period that currently applies. It updates the definition of “childhood sexual abuse” and clarifies when the limitations clock starts. The change is intended to give victims more time to seek redress.

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