Proposed Legislation Would Allow 2-Year 'Look-Back Window' For Civil Actions Under Gender-Motivated Violence Act
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- Proposed legislation would allow survivors of gender-based violence to seek legal recourse even after the statute of limitations has run out.
Standing with survivors, New York City Council members Carlina Rivera and Selvena Brooks-Powers introduced a bill creating a so-called "look-back window" for civil actions under the Gender-Motivated Violence Act.
"There is no timeline on processing trauma," Rivera said.
"With the new addition of a two-year look-back window to the GMVA, countless others would be able to come forward," Brooks-Powers said.
The legislation was drafted in partnership with survivors and is supported by Democratic nominee for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
