Oregon · Sex abuse claims in the Catholic Church
Sex abuse claims in the Catholic Church in Oregon
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| Filing deadline | Age 40 or 5 years from discovery, whichever is laterOregon Revised Statutes § 12.117 |
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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 Oregon?
Oregon: Civil SOL extends to age 40 (22 years after majority) or 5 years from discovery. No active lookback window as of 2026. A lawyer can confirm yours.
Source: Oregon Revised Statutes § 12.117
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?
Oregon's civil statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse extends 22 years after the survivor turns 18 (age 40), or within 5 years of discovery of the abuse's connection to harm — whichever is later. Oregon does not have an active lookback window as of February 2026. The Diocese of Baker (eastern Oregon) has also settled multiple claims. Survivors under age 40 or within 5 years of discovery should consult an attorney.
How this works nationally
For the overall process and updates, read the Sex abuse claims in the Catholic Church overview. This page covers the local information available for Oregon.
What happens when I check?
You answer a few short questions about what happened. If you send them, your answers are kept on file. If a participating law firm takes these cases, it may contact you. People's Justice is not a law firm.
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- Oregon Revised Statutes § 12.117