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news France 24 En 2026-04-15

French Parliament Moves to Eliminate Statute of Limitations for Child Crimes

French Members of Parliament have submitted a bill designed to remove the statute of limitations for crimes against minors. Currently, legal action for crimes like rape can be pursued up to 30 years after reaching the age of eighteen.


French MPs have introduced a bill, aimed at removing the statute of limitations for crimes against children. Under current legislation, survivors of rape can pursue legal action up to 30 years after the day they turn 18. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks with MiΓ© Kohiyama, co-founder of the Brave Movement.

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