Missouri · Abuse in youth detention
Abuse in youth detention lawsuit in Missouri
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| Filing deadline | Age 28 for sexual abuse claimsMissouri RSMo § 537.046 |
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Deadlines vary with the facts of each case. A lawyer can confirm yours.
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01 · Your filing deadline
What is the deadline in Missouri?
Missouri SOL for childhood sexual abuse: age 28 (10 years after majority at 18). Discovery rule may extend. Physical abuse: 5-year SOL. A lawyer can confirm yours.
Section 1983: 5-year SOL.
Source: Missouri RSMo § 537.046
Deadlines vary; a lawyer can confirm yours. An older diagnosis or a past filing window does not, by itself, establish whether you have a claim.
02 · Where cases are heard
Where would my case be heard?
Missouri's Division of Youth Services (DYS) was long considered a model juvenile justice system, but abuse allegations have emerged at several facilities. The state's SOL for childhood sexual abuse extends to age 28 (10 years after majority). Kansas City and St. Louis area facilities have faced particular scrutiny.
Medical facilities in Missouri
Missouri Children's Trust Fund
How this works nationally
For the overall process and updates, read the Abuse in youth detention overview. This page covers the local information available for Missouri.
What happens when I check?
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- Missouri RSMo § 537.046