Sex abuse claims in the Catholic Church in Tennessee

Tennessee's civil statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse extends 5 years after the survivor turns 18, capped at age 23. Tennessee does not have an active lookback window as of February 2026. The Diocese of Nashville and Diocese of Memphis have published credibly accused clergy lists. No Tennessee diocese has filed for bankruptcy. Most adult survivors of historical clergy abuse in Tennessee face significant SOL barriers under the short standard window. Survivors should consult an attorney about discovery rule tolling and whether any provisions of Tennessee's equitable tolling doctrine could extend their window.