Time limits apply in North Carolina. Find out if you still qualify.
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Statute of Limitations
North Carolina SAFE Child Act: SOL for childhood sexual abuse extends to age 28 (10 years after majority). Discovery rule tolling available. Physical abuse: 3-year SOL. Section 1983: 3-year SOL.
Age 28 for sexual abuse claims
North Carolina Data
Exposure in North Carolina
Source: NC SAFE Child Act (2019)
Source: NC DJJDP
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