New Jersey S4751 eliminates the statute of limitations for criminal prosecutions and civil actions related to human trafficking and certain sex.
New Jersey S4751 eliminates the statute of limitations for criminal prosecutions and civil actions for certain human trafficking and sex offenses. This means that criminal prosecutions and civil actions for these offenses can be commenced at any time, regardless of when the offense occurred. The bill also allows for the award of reasonable attorney's fees and costs in civil actions. This change applies to offenses not yet barred from prosecution under the statute of limitations as of the effective date.
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