HD 2129 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act to extend statute of limitations for incest

HD 2129 extends the time limit for prosecuting certain sexual crimes committed against minors by delaying when the statute of limitations begins. It directly affects victims under age 16 (or under 18 for specific offenses under Chapter 272, Section 17) at the time of the crime. The bill changes the law so the prosecution clock doesn't start until the victim turns 16 (or 18) or reports the crime to police - whichever happens first. This provides more time for victims to come forward and seek justice after they reach a certain age or report the incident.
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