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Marilyn Manson Lawsuit Dismissed: Judge Says Sexual Assault Case Was Filed Too Late
The lawsuit was dismissed because the complaint was filed about 10 years after the alleged abuse, with the judge ruling the delayed discovery rule does not apply, per court findings.
- A Los Angeles judge dismissed Ashley Walters' lawsuit against Marilyn Manson, stating her claims were too old and outside the statute of limitations due to being filed about 10 years after the events occurred.
- Judge Steve Cochran stated that the delayed discovery rule did not apply, as the complaint was filed approximately 10 years later.
- Walters' lawyer, Kate McFarlane, indicated plans to appeal the decision, arguing that the law should account for victims whose memories are repressed.
- Manson has faced multiple allegations from various women but has denied all claims of assault.
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Marilyn Manson will not go to trial for sexual assault in the case opposing her former assistant: the court rejected her complaint. The singer plans a European tour in 2026. The judge again rejects the complaint of Ashley Walters On 16 December, Judge Steve Cochran of Los Angeles dismissed the complaint [...]
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