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Survivor Resource Hub
Free, confidential resources for sexual assault survivors. Crisis support, your legal rights by state, evidence guidance, and answers to the questions you may be afraid to ask — all in one place.
This page is designed for survivors and their loved ones. We recognize the courage it takes to seek information. Everything here is free, ungated, and available with zero obligation. Your safety and well-being come first.
Immediate Help
Crisis Hotlines & Support
These organizations provide free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You do not need to be in immediate danger to call.
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-4673
24/7 confidential support from trained staff. Also operates the online chat at online.rainn.org.
Visit WebsiteCrisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. Trained crisis counselors available around the clock.
Visit WebsiteNational Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
24/7 confidential support for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Available in 200+ languages.
Visit WebsiteNational Center for Victims of Crime
1-855-4-VICTIM (1-855-484-2846)
Referrals to local victim service providers, assistance navigating the criminal justice system.
Visit WebsiteChildhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-422-4453
24/7 crisis counseling for children and adults concerned about a child. Professional crisis counselors.
Visit WebsiteKnow Your Deadlines
State-by-State: Statutes of Limitations & Revival Windows
Filing deadlines vary dramatically by state. Some states have enacted revival or lookback window statutes allowing survivors to file claims for abuse that occurred years or even decades ago.
Ala. Code §6-2-38
2 years (Ala. Code §6-2-38)
2 years from discovery or age 19
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Discovery rule may extend deadline in some cases.
Discovery rule may extend deadline in some cases.
Ark. Code §16-56-105
3 years (Ark. Code §16-56-105)
3 years from age 18 or discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Discovery rule applies for childhood abuse.
Discovery rule applies for childhood abuse.
CCP §340.1 (as amended by AB 218)
2 years (CCP §335.1); childhood SA: age 40 or 5 yrs from discovery (AB 218)
Age 40 or 5 years from discovery of injury
AB 218 (2020): 3-year revival window opened Jan 2020 – Dec 2022; AB 452 extending lookback
One of the most expansive revival statutes in the nation. Treble damages available against institutional cover-ups.
One of the most expansive revival statutes in the nation. Treble damages available against institutional cover-ups.
C.R.S. §13-80-103.7
2 years (C.R.S. §13-80-102)
6 years from age 18 (C.R.S. §13-80-103.7)
SB 21-073 (2021): Eliminated SOL for childhood sexual abuse claims
Colorado eliminated the statute of limitations entirely for childhood sexual abuse civil claims.
Colorado eliminated the statute of limitations entirely for childhood sexual abuse civil claims.
Fla. Stat. §95.11(7); §95.11(9)
4 years (Fla. Stat. §95.11(3))
7 years from age 18 (age 25) or 4 years from discovery
2023 legislative reforms extended childhood SA SOL; consult an attorney for current revival window status
Recent 2023 legislation significantly expanded survivor rights. Consult an attorney for current filing deadlines.
Recent 2023 legislation significantly expanded survivor rights. Consult an attorney for current filing deadlines.
O.C.G.A. §9-3-33.1 (Hidden Predator Act)
2 years (O.C.G.A. §9-3-33)
Age 23 or 2 years from discovery (Hidden Predator Act, SB 68)
Hidden Predator Act (2015): 2-year revival window for previously barred claims
Revival window has since closed, but extended SOL provisions remain.
Revival window has since closed, but extended SOL provisions remain.
HRS §657-1.8
2 years (HRS §657-7)
Age 26 or 3 years from discovery (HRS §657-1.8)
HB 535 (2018): 2-year lookback window (2018–2020)
Lookback window for childhood sexual abuse claims has closed.
Lookback window for childhood sexual abuse claims has closed.
Iowa Code §614.8A
2 years (Iowa Code §614.1)
Age 22 or 1 year from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Discovery rule may apply for repressed memory cases.
Discovery rule may apply for repressed memory cases.
735 ILCS 5/13-202.2
2 years (735 ILCS 5/13-202)
Age 38 or discovery (Child Sexual Abuse Act extension)
SB 2710 (2024): Revival window and extended SOL for childhood victims
Illinois has been progressively expanding survivor rights through legislative reform.
Illinois has been progressively expanding survivor rights through legislative reform.
La. R.S. §9:2800.9
1 year (La. C.C. Art. 3492) — shortest in nation
3 years from discovery or age 21 (whichever is later)
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Louisiana's 1-year general prescriptive period makes prompt action critical.
Louisiana's 1-year general prescriptive period makes prompt action critical.
MCL §600.5851b
3 years (MCL §600.5805)
Age 28 or 3 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Extended SOL for childhood sexual abuse claims.
Extended SOL for childhood sexual abuse claims.
Minn. Stat. §541.073
6 years (Minn. Stat. §541.05)
Age 24 or 6 years from discovery (MN Child Victims Act)
MN Child Victims Act (2013): Revival window for previously barred claims
One of the more generous SOL extensions for childhood victims.
One of the more generous SOL extensions for childhood victims.
Mo. Rev. Stat. §537.046
5 years (Mo. Rev. Stat. §516.120)
Age 31 or 3 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Extended SOL specifically for childhood sexual abuse.
Extended SOL specifically for childhood sexual abuse.
Miss. Code §15-1-49
3 years (Miss. Code §15-1-49)
Age 21 or 2 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Standard discovery rule applies.
Standard discovery rule applies.
MCA §27-2-216
3 years (MCA §27-2-204)
Age 27 or 3 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Extended SOL for childhood sexual abuse claims.
Extended SOL for childhood sexual abuse claims.
N.C.G.S. §1-17(b)
3 years (N.C.G.S. §1-52)
Age 28 or 2 years from discovery (SAFE Child Act)
SAFE Child Act (2019): Revival window for previously barred childhood SA claims
SAFE Child Act significantly expanded survivor access to civil justice.
SAFE Child Act significantly expanded survivor access to civil justice.
NMSA §37-1-30
3 years (NMSA §37-1-8)
Age 24 or 3 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Standard discovery rule for childhood abuse claims.
Standard discovery rule for childhood abuse claims.
CPLR §208(b) (CVA); CPLR §214-j (Adult Survivors Act)
1 year (CPLR §215); childhood: age 55 (2019 CVA amendment)
Age 55 (as amended 2019, one of the longest in the U.S.)
Child Victims Act (2019): 1-year lookback window (Aug 2019 – Aug 2021); Adult Survivors Act (2022): 1-year window for adult SA claims (Nov 2022 – Nov 2023)
New York enacted two landmark revival windows — one for childhood abuse and one for adult survivors.
New York enacted two landmark revival windows — one for childhood abuse and one for adult survivors.
ORC §2305.111
2 years (ORC §2305.10)
Age 30 or 12 years from the act (HB 7)
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Extended childhood sexual abuse SOL enacted in 2006.
Extended childhood sexual abuse SOL enacted in 2006.
12 O.S. §95(A)(6)
2 years (12 O.S. §95(A)(3))
Age 20 or 2 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Standard discovery rule.
Standard discovery rule.
ORS §12.117
2 years (ORS §12.110)
Age 40 or 5 years from discovery
SB 1551 (2010): Eliminated SOL for childhood sexual abuse in some cases
Oregon has eliminated the SOL for certain childhood sexual abuse claims.
Oregon has eliminated the SOL for certain childhood sexual abuse claims.
S.C. Code §15-3-555
3 years (S.C. Code §15-3-530)
Age 21 or 6 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Extended SOL for childhood sexual abuse.
Extended SOL for childhood sexual abuse.
Tenn. Code §28-3-116
1 year (Tenn. Code §28-3-104)
Age 21 or 3 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Tennessee's 1-year general SOL makes prompt action critical.
Tennessee's 1-year general SOL makes prompt action critical.
Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §16.0045
2 years (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §16.003)
Age 33 (15 years from age 18) or 5 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Extended childhood SOL enacted in 2007.
Extended childhood SOL enacted in 2007.
Utah Code §78B-2-308(2)
4 years (Utah Code §78B-2-307)
Age 22 or 4 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Standard discovery rule for childhood abuse claims.
Standard discovery rule for childhood abuse claims.
RCW 4.16.340
3 years (RCW 4.16.080)
Age 21 or 3 years from discovery
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Extended SOL for childhood sexual abuse with discovery rule.
Extended SOL for childhood sexual abuse with discovery rule.
Wis. Stat. §893.587
3 years (Wis. Stat. §893.54)
Age 35 or discovery (Act 10, 2004 amendments)
2004 amendments effectively eliminated SOL for childhood SA claims via broad discovery rule
Wisconsin's broad discovery rule effectively creates open-ended filing for childhood victims.
Wisconsin's broad discovery rule effectively creates open-ended filing for childhood victims.
W. Va. Code §55-2-15
2 years (W. Va. Code §55-2-12)
4 years from discovery or age 20 (whichever is later)
No general revival window enacted as of 2024
Extended SOL for childhood sexual abuse claims.
Extended SOL for childhood sexual abuse claims.
Important Disclaimer: This table provides general information about statutes of limitations and revival windows as of the most recent legislative sessions. Laws change frequently, and individual circumstances (discovery rule, tolling provisions, defendant identity) can significantly affect applicable deadlines. This is not legal advice. Contact Bond Legal for a free, confidential evaluation of your specific situation.
Protect Your Case
Evidence Preservation Checklist
If you choose to pursue legal action — now or in the future — preserving evidence can significantly strengthen your case. This checklist is a guide, not a requirement. Do only what you feel safe and able to do.
Immediate Safety & Medical Care
- Seek medical attention as soon as safely possible — hospital emergency departments can conduct forensic exams (SAFE/SANE exam) at no cost under VAWA
- Request a Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (rape kit) — you do NOT have to file a police report to have one conducted
- Ask the hospital to document all injuries with photographs and written descriptions
- Request copies of all medical records and discharge paperwork
Preserving Physical Evidence
- Do not shower, bathe, brush teeth, or change clothes before a forensic exam if possible
- If you have changed clothes, place the clothing worn during the assault in a paper (not plastic) bag
- Preserve bedding, towels, or other items that may contain biological evidence
- Do not clean or alter the location where the assault occurred if possible
Documenting Digital Evidence
- Screenshot and save all text messages, social media messages, emails, or other digital communications with the perpetrator
- Save voicemails — do not delete any communications
- Document the perpetrator's social media profiles (screenshots with timestamps)
- If there are security cameras or surveillance footage at the location, notify law enforcement or your attorney promptly — footage is often overwritten within days
Personal Documentation
- Write down everything you remember as soon as you are able — include dates, times, locations, and any witnesses
- Keep a personal journal documenting physical and emotional symptoms in the days and weeks following
- Note the names and contact information of anyone you told about the assault — friends, family, counselors
- Track all expenses related to the assault: medical bills, therapy costs, lost wages, transportation
Reporting & Legal Steps
- Filing a police report is your choice — it is NOT required to pursue a civil claim
- If you choose to report, request a copy of the police report number for your records
- Contact a sexual assault attorney for a free, confidential consultation about your civil legal options
- Be aware of statute of limitations deadlines in your state (see our state-by-state guide above)
Remember: Your safety is more important than any piece of evidence. These steps are helpful but not required. An experienced attorney can build a strong case even without perfect evidence preservation.
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Trauma-Informed Legal FAQ
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