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Last reviewed: June 11, 2026How we research
Last reviewed against primary sources: June 11, 2026
Statute of Limitations
California AB 218 eliminated the SOL for childhood sexual abuse against both private entities and government agencies. Survivors can file at any age. The discovery rule allows claims to be filed within 3 years of discovering the connection between the abuse and subsequent harm.
No limitation — California survivors can file at any age
California Data
Exposure in California
Source: LDS Church 2023 Statistics
Source: AB 218 (2019)
Source: CA Courts
Medical Resources