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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(1) A person who is a victim of sexual misconduct that occurred when the victim was a minor may bring a civil action for damages against:
(a) An actor who committed the sexual misconduct; and
(b) A managing organization that knew or should have known that an actor or youth-related activity or program posed a risk of sexual misconduct against a minor and the sexual misconduct occurred while the victim was participating in the youth-related activity or program operated or managed by the organization.
(2) The civil action described in this section is in addition to, and does not limit or affect, other actions available by statute or common law, before or after January 1, 2022, and must be pleaded as a separate claim for relief if a complaint also asserts a common law claim for relief.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Colorado Revised Statutes Title 13. Courts and Court Procedure § 13-20-1202. Civil cause of action for sexual misconduct against a minor--exceptions - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/co/title-13-courts-and-court-procedure/co-rev-st-sect-13-20-1202/
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