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Texas — Statute of Limitations

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Statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse civil

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003

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Childhood Sexual Abuse Civil Statute Of Limitations in Texas

The civil statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse claims in Texas is governed by Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003. This statute establishes a limitation period of 2 years from the date the cause of action accrues. The official source, available at the provided link, sets out the specific accrual rules and any applicable exceptions that may affect when the clock begins to run. The worked example below demonstrates how this 2-year period applies in a straightforward scenario. Because individual circumstances vary, the DocketMath calculator can estimate the applicable deadline based on the user’s specific facts and the exact details in the statute.

Governing authority

In Texas, the statute of limitations rule is set by Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003. The verified packet cites Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003 (https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CP/htm/CP.16.htm#16.003).

Deadline example

For a Texas childhood sexual abuse civil limitations check, use the verified limitations period from the current rule packet: 2 years. The authority packet cites Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003 (https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CP/htm/CP.16.htm#16.003).

Example inputs:

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

Calculation:

• Start with the accrual date.
• Add 2 years.
• The example deadline is 2026-04-25.

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 childhood sexual abuse 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.