The bill establishes a civil cause of action for victims of human trafficking in Arkansas and introduces a statute of limitations of ten years for filing such actions. Specifically, it amends Arkansas Code 16-118-109(f)(1) to clarify that a civil action must be initiated within ten years from the date the victim discovers the occurrence of the human trafficking incident and the involvement of the defendant, whether through causing, being responsible for, or benefiting from the incident.

The amendment replaces the previous language that did not specify a clear statute of limitations and instead provides a defined timeframe for victims to seek legal recourse. This change aims to enhance the legal protections available to victims of human trafficking, ensuring they have adequate time to pursue justice.

Statutes affected:
SB 428: 16-118-109(f)
Act 664: 16-118-109(f)