QUESTION
What is the statute of limitations on a civil suit for sexual assault?
Asked on Jun 06th, 2015 on Civil Litigation - Iowa
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My 16 year old daughter was assaulted 3 years ago when she wax 13. He took the plea deal for Lacivious Sexual Acts to a minor. I'm just wondering if we can sue him civilly?
1 ANSWER
While I don't know the statute of limitations in Iowa, in most jurisdictions, the statute of limitations for a claim by a minor is tolled during the minority, so that I believe that your daughter would have a certain period of time to sue (not necessarily the entire limitations period) after she turns 18.
Answered on Jun 09th, 2015 at 9:29 AM