Question Details: I am now 21 and my stepmother assualted me (non sexual) when I was 17. In arizona can I bring legal action against her?
I am a lawyer in CT and practice in this area of the law. Whether you file a criminal complaint or a civil complaint, i think that you are beyond the time limit under the applicable statute of limitations. Generally, the statute of limitations for these acts is 3 years, depending on how serious the assault was. if the assault rises to the level of a felony, you may still be in the time to file a criminal complaint. However, i do not believe that your claim will survive a SOL defense. Nevertheless, i suggest that you visit a lawyer to discuss the case and see whether you may proceed.

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