Statute of Limitations (Amendment) Bill 1998

Public bill · Private Member · Introduced

Would extend the time limit for civil actions arising from sexual abuse suffered in childhood where psychological injury substantially affected a person’s ability to decide to sue. It would apply to existing and pending cases, while preserving courts’ power to dismiss claims where delay makes that necessary for justice.

Formal long title

Bill entitled an Act to extend the Statues of Limitation, 1957 and 1991, by making new provision for persons under a disability in consequence of childhood abuse, and to provide for related matters

Last updated 12 April 2018