Civil procedure: statute of limitations; civil actions for criminal sexual conduct; modify period of limitations. Amends sec. 5805 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.5805). TIE BAR WITH: SB 259'25, SB 257'25
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Overview
This bill modifies the statute of limitations for civil lawsuits in Michigan. Specifically, it extends the period of limitations for actions seeking damages related to criminal sexual conduct to 10 years, regardless of whether a criminal prosecution or other proceeding was initiated. The bill also clarifies the definition of ‘dating relationship’ and makes other minor adjustments to existing statute of limitations periods for various types of civil claims.
Key provisions
- Extends the statute of limitations for actions related to criminal sexual conduct to 10 years.
- Defines ‘dating relationship’ as frequent, intimate associations with an expectation of affectional involvement.
- Maintains a 3-year statute of limitations for most personal injury and property damage claims.
- Sets a 2-year statute of limitations for assault, battery, and false imprisonment claims.
- Specifies 5-year statute of limitations for assault or battery claims involving spouses, former spouses, or common children.
- Establishes a 5-year statute of limitations for assault or battery claims involving dating relationships.
- Retains a 2-year statute of limitations for malicious prosecution claims.
- Maintains a 2-year statute of limitations for malpractice claims (excluding products liability).
Who is affected
- Individuals who have experienced criminal sexual conduct.
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