SJR64 - Establishes a crime victim's right to a civil action with the same time limitations as a corresponding criminal action

SJR 64

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

Sponsor:

Eslinger

LR Number:

4208S.01I

Committee:

Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence

Last Action:

4/15/2024 - Hearing Conducted S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee

Journal Page:

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Effective Date:

Upon Voter Approval

Current Bill Summary

SJR 64 - 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 57 (2024) and HJR 112 (2024).

KATIE O'BRIEN

Amendments

No Amendments Found.