NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The General Assembly this week passed legislation sponsored by State Rep. Jake McCalmon, R-Franklin, to protect victims of child sexual abuse. House Bill 973 will extend the statute of limitations for 24 specific child sex abuse offenses from 25 to 30 years after a victim’s 18th birthday. “Sexual abuse of a child […]
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The General Assembly this week passed legislation sponsored by State Rep. Jake McCalmon, R-Franklin, to protect victims of child sexual abuse.
House Bill 973 will extend the statute of limitations for 24 specific child sex abuse offenses from 25 to 30 years after a victim’s 18th birthday.
“Sexual abuse of a child is a heinous crime and the evil people responsible must be held accountable,” McCalmon said. “Increasing the statute of limitations is a common-sense way to ensure victims receive the justice they deserve while getting some of the worst of mankind off our streets. I’m incredibly grateful to my colleagues for unanimously supporting this legislation and I look forward to continuing to protect the most vulnerable in our society.”
McCalmon’s bill also increases the statute of limitations for civil action to be taken for certain child sex abuse offenses from 15 years to 30 years from the date a victim turns 18 years old.
House Bill 973 applies to offenses that occur after July 1, 2025. The legislation now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk for his signature.
State Rep. Jake McCalmon represents House District 63, which includes part of Williamson County.