Virginia's Law creates civil remedies for victims of certain crimes and eliminates statute of limitations for related civil actions.
Virginia's Law amends the United States Code to create a civil cause of action for victims of specific crimes, including sexual abuse and transportation for illegal sexual activity. Victims can sue perpetrators in federal district court and may recover damages and reasonable attorney fees. The law also eliminates the statute of limitations for civil actions related to these crimes, allowing victims to file claims at any time. A one-year look-back period applies to certain previously barred actions.
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