Child sexual abuse; creating the Cindy Clemishire Act; details; identifying information; victim; confidential; agreements; criminal procedure; prosecution; codification; effective date.

Summary

It makes any part of a settlement that tries to keep details of child sexual abuse secret void and keeps victims' identities confidential. It also changes the rules on how long prosecutors have to bring charges for sexual offenses against children, allowing cases to be filed much later, even after the victim turns 45. The measure has passed the House and awaits further action.

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