Legal Question in Education Law in Texas

Persons right to an Education

Can a person who was put out of school in the 6th grade and denied an education because of missing alot of days due to illness, take any recourse 27 years later. Is there a statute of limitations on such a matter.


Asked on 2/25/04, 4:21 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Roger Evans Mathis & Donheiser

Re: Persons right to an Education

While there are certain due process and other rights students have with respect to suspensions and expulsions, such an action could almost certainly not be brought 27 years later, and at least 18 years after you attained the age of majority. While there are certain exceptions to this general rule, including possibly such matters as sexual misconduct directed at a child, it is hard to imagine what claims you believe you might have, or what damages would be recoverable at this juncture, even if you could pursue them at nearly age 40. Having said all this, I encourage you not to rely on this general information, and to seek legal counsel if you want advice directed to your specific situation.

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Answered on 2/25/04, 4:33 pm


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