Time limits apply in Wisconsin. Find out if you still qualify.
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Statute of Limitations
Wisconsin SOL for childhood sexual abuse: age 35 (applies to claims from 2010 onward). Discovery rule tolling available. Physical abuse: 6-year SOL. Section 1983: 6-year SOL.
Age 35 for sexual abuse claims
Wisconsin Data
Exposure in Wisconsin
Source: U.S. DOJ / WI DOJ
Source: Wisconsin Statutes § 893.587
Source: WI Legislature
Medical Resources