Maryland’s highest court upholds ending statute of limitations on child sex abuse lawsuits

The Maryland Supreme Court has ruled that the 2023 law eliminating the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse lawsuits is constitutional, in response to a report exposing widespread abuse within the Archdiocese of Baltimore. This decision allows victims to pursue legal action against perpetrators regardless of when the abuse occurred, providing a pathway for justice in cases of historical abuse within the state. The court’s decision marks a significant step towards accountability and justice for victims of child sexual abuse in Maryland.

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