Relates to endangering the welfare of a child

Bill A 7984 modifies the criminal procedure law by extending the statute of limitations for the crime of endangering the welfare of a child. Currently, the clock for prosecuting this offense starts at the time of the crime. This bill would delay the start of the prosecution period until the child victim reaches age twenty-three or the offense is reported to law enforcement, whichever occurs sooner. This change directly affects child victims of endangering offenses and individuals accused of these crimes, providing a longer window for legal action.