"The current law requires prosecution for criminal sexual abuse of a minor must begin within one year of the victim turning 18 years old.
"The Bradley backed House Bill 1063 removes the statute of limitations for aggravated or predatory sexual offenses, or criminal sexual abuse where the victim was under 18 at the time. The bill also allows for a 20 year window to prosecute the failure to report certain alleged or suspect sexual assaults against minors....
"The legislation passed through the House of Representatives unanimously and awaits consideration in the Senate."
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