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New York — Statute of Limitations

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Statute of limitations for adult sexual assault rape civil

N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214

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Adult Sexual Assault Rape Civil Statute Of Limitations in New York

Under New York law, the civil statute of limitations for adult sexual assault, including rape, is governed by N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214. This statute establishes a three-year period for bringing a civil action. The clock begins to run from the date of the alleged assault, unless a specific statutory exception applies to extend or revive the claim. The official source, linked below, contains the exact statutory language and any applicable exceptions. The worked example demonstrates how the three-year limitation applies to a factual scenario. To estimate the deadline for a particular case, the DocketMath calculator accepts the relevant dates and computes the expiration date using the governing rule.

Governing authority

In New York, the statute of limitations rule is set by N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214. The verified packet cites N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214 (https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/CVP/214).

Deadline example

For a New York adult sexual assault rape civil limitations check, use the verified limitations period from the current rule packet: 3 years. The authority packet cites N.Y. C.P.L.R. § 214 (https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/CVP/214).

Example inputs:

• Accrual date: 2024-04-25
• Filing date checked: 2026-04-25

Calculation:

• Start with the accrual date.
• Add 3 years.
• The example deadline is 2027-04-25.

This example is generated from the verified facts packet rather than freeform prose. Confirm tolling, discovery rules, and claim-specific exceptions before relying on the date.

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the adult sexual assault rape civil statute of limitations calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.