Resources for Survivors
Resources for Survivors
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Survivor Resources: Taking Action After Sexual Abuse
Survivors of childhood sexual abuse have a wide array of options and resources.
State Legal Information for Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors
State Legal Information for Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors
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California’s Legal Options for Sexual Abuse Survivors
The California Child Victims Act expands the rights of those who are ready to take legal action against abuse perpetrators and others.
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Michigan's Legal Options for Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors
Michigan has expanded childhood sexual abuse survivors' ability to seek justice in court.
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Pennsylvania's Legal Options for Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors
Pennsylvania lawmakers recently enhanced the legal rights of childhood sexual abuse survivors, and more changes may be on the way.
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Texas's Legal Options for Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors
In 2019, Texas doubled the amount of time survivors of childhood sexual abuse have to file a lawsuit against abusers and others.
Legal Recourse for Survivors
Legal Recourse for Survivors
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Filing a Civil Lawsuit for Child Sexual Abuse
Unlike the criminal law process, which punishes abusers, civil lawsuits compensate survivors of sexual abuse.
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Is a Lawsuit Possible If Sexual Abuse Happened a Long Time Ago?
The law in your state might give survivors of childhood sexual abuse extra time to seek justice in court.
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Can I Sue for Damages After Childhood Sexual Abuse?
Survivors of childhood sexual abuse may have a right to sue the perpetrator and those who failed to prevent the abuse.
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Can I Press Criminal Charges If I Experienced Childhood Sexual Abuse?
Prosecutors decide whether to press charges, but a survivor of childhood sexual abuse plays an important role.
Legal Options for Church Sexual Abuse Survivors
Legal Options for Church Sexual Abuse Survivors
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Can Churches Be Held Liable for Sexual Abuse?
An archdiocese, diocese, bishop, and others may bear legal responsibility for acts of sexual abuse committed by clergy.
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LDS Mormon Church Sexual Abuse Lawsuits
Learn more about how the Mormon Church can be sued by survivors of childhood sexual abuse committed by church leaders and volunteers.