HB 18-1398
signedStatute Of Limitations Domestic Violence Torts
Plain-English Summary
AI-generatedHB 18-1398, a Colorado bill that has been signed into law, extends the time limit for victims of domestic violence to file civil lawsuits seeking damages. Typically, these cases must be filed within 6 years after the abuse occurred or after the victim is no longer dealing with any disabilities caused by the abuse, whichever comes later. This change helps ensure that survivors have more time to seek justice and support if they need it. The law is now in effect and applies to anyone who has been a victim of domestic violence in Colorado.
Official Summary
The bill states that any civil action to recover damages caused by an act of domestic violence must be commenced within 6 years after a disability has been removed for a person under disability or within 6 years after a cause of action accrues, whichever occurs later.
(Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.)
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Details
- Chamber
- House
- First action
- 2018-05-30
- Latest action
- 2018-04-18
- Last action desc.
- Introduced In House - Assigned to Judiciary
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Votes
BILL
2018-05-07 · House · pass — Yes: 55 · No: 8 · Other: —
CONCUR
2018-05-07 · House · pass — Yes: 63 · No: 2 · Other: —
REPASS
2018-05-07 · House · pass — Yes: 55 · No: 10 · Other: —
BILL
2018-05-07 · House · pass — Yes: 34 · No: 0 · Other: —