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10 years

Current statute of limitations for sex crimes in Illinois. As of 2020, victims will no longer face a time limit for charging people with sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault or aggravated sexual abuse.

Current statute of limitations for sex crimes in Illinois. As of 2020, victims will no longer face a time limit for charging people with sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault or aggravated sexual abuse. 

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.