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Lifting limits on sexual abuse lawsuits

January 17, 2008 By WRN Contributor

State lawmakers are being asked to lift the statute of limitations for filing lawsuits in sexual abuse cases.

During heated testimony at the Capitol Wednesday, State Representative Scott Suder (R-Abbotsford) pushed for a bill that removes the current time limits on filing a civil case against an abuser. Suder says the bill would make Wisconsin a "sex predator's worst nightmare" by giving victims a voice, regardless of when they feel ready to face a personal tragedy.

Current law prevents civil suits from being filed after a victim turns 35. The legislation would only apply to future cases, but would also provide a three year window for cases that have already passed the current deadline. State Senator Jim Sullivan (D-Wauwatosa) argued those limits exist for a reason. Sullivan says a statute of limitations is a balancing act.

Opponents say the bill will create a flood of lawsuits, with many people trying to cash in on hard to prove abuse claims. Suder says laws exist to prevent frivolous suits.

The bill is being considered by a Senate committee. 

AUDIO: Andrew Beckett reports (MP3 1:11)

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