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Last reviewed against primary sources: March 2, 2026
Statute of Limitations
Iowa: Civil SOL for childhood sexual abuse extends to age 23 (5 years after majority). No active lookback window as of 2026.
Age 23 (5 years after majority at age 18)
Where to File in Iowa
Iowa's civil statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse extends 5 years after the survivor turns 18, capped at age 23. Iowa does not have an active lookback window as of February 2026. The Archdiocese of Dubuque and Diocese of Davenport have both published credibly accused clergy lists. The Diocese of Davenport filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2006 and reached a $37 million settlement covering approximately 155 claims. Iowa survivors under age 23 should consult an attorney. Older survivors should consult an attorney about the discovery rule.
Exposure in Iowa
Source: Iowa Code § 614.8A
Source: U.S. Bankruptcy Court, S.D. Iowa