What is the statute of limitations for bringing a civil rights lawsuit?
It depends on the particular statute under which a party seeks to assert a claim. In New York, the statute of limitations for bringing claims against state or local officials under 42 U.S.C. ยง 1983 is 3 years. As noted above, to bring claims against city employees under state law requires filing a notice of claim within 90 days of the incident. Civil rights claims brought under state law against private citizens (e.g., a false arrest claim against a store security guard) generally must be filed within 1 year of the incident. Thus, different laws have different limitations periods. They also have different procedural requirements. Consequently, if you believe that your civil rights have been violated, you should consult a qualified civil rights attorney immediately. Back to the top.
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