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S 3831

Relates to removing the ten year time period from the crime of persistent sexual abuse

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and 3 co-sponsors

Bill S 3831 removes the ten-year limit on prosecuting persistent sexual abuse, allowing victims to seek justice anytime and empowering law enforcement to pursue cases effectively.

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Bill Summary · S 3831

Summary of Bill S 3831

Title

Relates to removing the ten year time period from the crime of persistent sexual abuse

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: S 3831
  • Status: Referred to Codes
  • Introduced: January 30, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of Bill S 3831 is to amend existing legislation regarding the crime of persistent sexual abuse by eliminating the ten-year time limitation currently imposed on prosecuting such offenses. This change aims to enhance the ability of law enforcement and prosecutors to hold offenders accountable for sexual abuse crimes, regardless of when they occurred.

Key Provisions

  • Removal of Time Limit: The bill proposes to remove the ten-year statute of limitations for the crime of persistent sexual abuse. This means that individuals can be prosecuted for these offenses at any time, regardless of how much time has passed since the crime was committed.

Impact

  • Victims of Sexual Abuse: The bill is designed to benefit victims of persistent sexual abuse by allowing them to seek justice without the constraints of a time limit. This could lead to increased reporting of such crimes and potentially more convictions.

  • Law Enforcement and Prosecutors: Law enforcement agencies and prosecutors will have greater flexibility in pursuing cases of persistent sexual abuse, which may lead to more thorough investigations and prosecutions.

Legislative Actions

  • April 24, 2025: The bill passed the Senate and was delivered to the Assembly, where it was referred to the Codes Committee.
  • March 12, 2025: The bill advanced to a third reading in the Senate.
  • March 11, 2025: The bill was reported for the second time in the Senate.
  • March 10, 2025: The bill was reported for the first time in the Senate.
  • January 30, 2025: The bill was initially referred to the Codes Committee.

Related Bills

Bill S 3831 has several related bills from prior sessions, including:
- S 2418
- S 1222
- S 1365
- S 7434
- S 5027
- S 1855
- S 423
- S 1951
- A 870 (companion bill)

Conclusion

Bill S 3831 seeks to strengthen the legal framework surrounding persistent sexual abuse by removing the ten-year statute of limitations. This legislative change is intended to provide justice for victims and enhance the prosecutorial capabilities of law enforcement. The bill is currently under consideration in the Assembly after passing the Senate.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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