SJR57 - Establishes a crime victim's right to a civil action with the same time limitations as a corresponding criminal action

SJR 57

Establishes a crime victim's right to a civil action with the same time limitations as a corresponding criminal action

Sponsor:

Arthur

LR Number:

4132S.01I

Committee:

Health and Welfare

Last Action:

1/25/2024 - Second Read and Referred S Health and Welfare Committee

Journal Page:

S240

Title:

Effective Date:

Upon Voter Approval

Current Bill Summary

SJR 57 - This proposed constitutional amendment, if approved by the voters, provides that crime victims shall have the right to bring a civil cause of action against a defendant or any other person or entity who caused or contributed to cause the injury to the victim during a time frame no shorter than the time frame under which a criminal case for the injury may be brought.

This amendment is identical to SJR 64 (2024) and HJR 112 (2024).

KATIE O'BRIEN

Amendments

No Amendments Found.