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Jefferson Fietek, 47, a theater teacher at Anoka Middle School for the Arts in Minnesota, charged in June 2020 with a total of 10 felony counts of criminal sexual conduct. The victims, in their 20s now, were minors when they were abused at school and Fietek’s Coon Rapids home.
As a result, Fietek lost his short-lived job at Boston’s Emerson College. He pleaded guilty in court this week, admitting to all charges. Fietek said he met victims through school or the theater program he co-founded, Young Artists Initiative, housed at St. Paul’s First Lutheran Church. Over his tenure with the school, multiple complaints were filed.
If Jefferson Fietek has impacted you, we encourage you to come forward, as there are likely more impacted victims out there.
What is the Current Statute of Limitations in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse cases allows survivors to file civil lawsuits is:
- Childhood Sexual Abuse: If the victim is under 24 years old on or after 5/23/2013, there is no statute of limitation
- Adult Sexual Abuse: 6 years
- Vicarious Liability of an Organization: A lawsuit must be filed before the victim’s 24th birthday
Can a Civil Lawsuit Help Victims Seek Justice for the Trauma They May Have Experienced By Jefferson Fietek?
By initiating legal action, survivors can hold institutions that may have enabled or failed to prevent the abuse accountable for their actions. Civil suits allow victims to seek compensation for the physical, emotional, and psychological harm they have endured.
Additionally, these lawsuits contribute to raising awareness about the prevalence of sexual abuse. As a result, survivors gain a platform to share their experiences. Thereby challenging the culture of silence surrounding sexual abuse and empowering others to come forward.
Can I File A Lawsuit Against the School or Church?
Yes. You might have rights if you were a victim of Jefferson Fietek. If the school district or church knew or should have known about his conduct and failed to act.
Andreozzi + Foote is a leading sexual abuse law firm in the nation. Contact us today to discuss your possible legal rights. 1-866-753-5458.
