Federal law requires every state to designate individuals who must report known or suspected child abuse. The Child Welfare Information Gateway explains that in most states, members of specific professions must report child abuse. Which professions have reporting...
In the ongoing fight for justice on behalf of victims of childhood sexual abuse, few measures have been as impactful as laws that temporarily lift the civil statutes of limitation. Sex abuse is often so traumatic for children that they may not be able to talk about it...
Protecting young people from the impact of sexual abuse often depends on identifying signs of abuse and acting quickly. This is especially true for children who experience abuse by a youth organization leader, teacher, coach, foster parent, church leader or other...
Statutes of limitations for child sex abuse in Washington and throughout the U.S. vary depending on the jurisdiction. A statute of limitations puts a time limit on your ability to file a civil claim or press criminal charges against someone who has committed child...
Victims of sexual abuse in Washington and across the country may soon have recourse against tech companies that allow users to post child abuse material. The U.S. Senate is advancing the Eliminating Abuse and Rampant Neglect of Interactive Technologies Act, or EARN...
In Washington State and nationwide, sexual assault is a serious offense. It warrants a felony charge. To understand the law, it is important to understand what sexual assault is. Likewise, consent is a crucial element to the law. Washington State defines sexual...
Sexual abuse often begins when a person is young and may last for years because the person is afraid to tell anyone. This cycle of abuse allows for it to continue, sometimes leading to a serious problem within a community. According to the Great Falls Tribune,...
Victims of sexual abuse may wonder if they have any hope of acquiring justice for the horrific crimes committed against them. Because of the emotional turmoil resulting from sexual abuse, many victims do not come forward until the statute of limitations to sue an...
Most people have a basic understanding of what statutory rape is: Sexual intercourse with a minor, with or without consent. However, in most states it gets a bit more complicated than that. All states have an age of consent which outlines the minimum age at which a...
Almost anyone may become a victim of sex abuse, but some people are much more vulnerable than others. One age group that commonly suffers from sex abuse is the elderly. The most vulnerable are those with a mental impairment such as Alzheimer’s disease or...
