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    Question Sexually, Mentally and Physically Abused As a Child

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: Texas

    My whole life I was abused in several different manners by my mother's husband. When I turned 13 he started trying to molest me; kissing me on the neck, rubbing my butt/inner thighs, trying to convince me that I had no one else to trust/rely on (that ended up being true). When I had had enough (about a year more of occurrences/instances happened) and told my mother, she claimed to not believe me, but made rules like: he and I were not allowed to be alone together, I was not allowed to wear shorts or tank tops (it was summer in TX - I was being punished for his actions!). I tried to run away with a church buddy, but was caught, not knowing that my friend had told our Sunday school teacher - whom had gone to the police. Both my mother and Pat had drilled and drilled me to not say anything; so I lied. I was very uncomfortable living with them and finally left @ 15 years old. Now, they have custody of my nephew - my mother has left that man several times and always expresses concern for my nephew's well being. I am wondering if I have any options at all. I am 27 years old now and feel the lasting effects of all of the abuse - I cannot stand the thought of my nephew going through the same abuse. Is there anything I can do?

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    Default Re: Sexually, Mentally and Physically Abused As a Child

    If you have reason to believe that your nephew is actually being abused, call protective services.

    The statute of limitations for sex crimes against minors varies enormously depending upon the facts; if you want to have your case reviewed for possible prosecution, make a police report. Depending upon the nature and context of your prior denial of abuse, depending upon the maximum offense supported by a full evaluation of the facts, and given the passage of time, it may not be legally or practically feasible to initiate charges.

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    Default Re: Sexually, Mentally and Physically Abused As a Child

    CPS has been involved before with my nephew. Can I request a copy of the old police report? If I decide to make a new police report, do I have to do it in the city this all occurred?

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