Georgia Bans Child Sexual Abuse NDAs

Legislation prohibits silencing victims through legal settlements

Apr. 2, 2026 at 10:39pm

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A dimly lit, cinematic office space with a single chair and desk, conveying a sense of solitude and the weight of unspoken trauma.This legislation aims to give survivors of child sexual abuse more control over their own narratives and shine a light on abusive practices that may have previously been hidden.Atlanta Today

The Georgia General Assembly has passed a bill that bans the use of nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) to silence victims of childhood sexual abuse in legal settlements. The legislation, known as Trey's Law, was named after Trey Carlock, a former Atlanta-area resident who was sexually abused at a Missouri camp along with other victims.

Why it matters

This law aims to empower survivors of child sexual abuse by preventing them from being silenced through the use of NDAs in legal settlements. It represents an important step in holding perpetrators accountable and ensuring victims have the freedom to speak out about their experiences.

The details

The bill, which passed the Georgia Senate unanimously, prohibits the use of NDAs that would prevent victims of childhood sexual abuse from discussing their cases. This is intended to give survivors more control over their own narratives and to shine a light on abusive practices that may have previously been hidden from public view.

  • The Georgia General Assembly passed the bill on April 2, 2026.

The players

Trey Carlock

A former Atlanta-area resident who was sexually abused at a Missouri camp, and for whom the legislation is named.

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The takeaway

This legislation represents an important step forward in empowering survivors of child sexual abuse and holding perpetrators accountable. By prohibiting the use of NDAs to silence victims, Georgia is sending a clear message that these abusive practices will no longer be tolerated.