how long does status of limitation stays. does arrest warrant drop?
2006-08-21 15:14:59 · 25 answers · asked by larry p 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Just so you know, its the "Statutes of Limitation" And it depends if the warrant was for a misdemeanor or a felony.
2006-08-21 15:19:53 · answer #1 · answered by MuñecaBarbie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The statute of limitations starts from the moment the crime is discovered (or should have been discovered) and stops when prosecution is initiated, which in most cases, is the filing of a formal complaint (Wallace, 115). It has nothing to do with how long it takes to serve the arrest warrant or obtain a guilty verdict. It's about the prosecution's responsibility to begin the process. And the arrest warrant is a HUGE hint in letting you know that the prosecution has begun the process.
2006-08-21 16:08:53 · answer #2 · answered by TrippingJudy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A "statute of limitations" means that after a certain time has elapsed (after an event or action), it is too late to file criminal charges or to file a civil lawsuit.
The statutory period varies depending upon the type of claim, and by state (or federal) jurisdiction. But generally, simple claims are barred if nor filed within 1-3 years, breach of contract claims and misdemeanors within 4-6, and most felonies within 5-10 years.
Some situations also toll (pause or extend) the statute of limitations, such as if the action was deliberately concealed, or (for criminal matters) if the defendant flees the jurisdiction.
Again, the exact numbers depend on the state and the particular cause of action in question.
2006-08-21 15:27:58 · answer #3 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you mean that statue of limitations. Depends on the offense. Best to call the police department or an attorney. They can give you the correct information instead of asking someone on here that don't know there *** from a hole in the ground.
Different offenses have different statues of limitations. For example Murder has no statue of limitions. You committ a murder at 20 for example and you can be tried for it at 80.
Best to consult and expert on this. Look in your phone book many attorneys give free advice for the first session and some you don't even have to go into the office.They will talk to you over the phone.
2006-08-21 15:23:50 · answer #4 · answered by georgia_102560 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Statute of Limitations I believe is what you are writing about. A Statute of Limitations is a limit to how long something will be legally recognized. Violations of the law can be upheld for various lengths of time, some being indefinite. To get a clear picture of how long a statute will remain in place you should know what state and what crime.
2006-08-21 15:25:05 · answer #5 · answered by ĴΩŋ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Statute of Limitations: The time a government agency has to file charges against a person for an alleged criminal act. The time varies from state to state. It can also be suspended if a person leaves the country or jurisdiction in which the crime allegedly took place.
2006-08-21 15:25:49 · answer #6 · answered by rico3151 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The statute of limitation varies by crime. Murder carries NO statute of limitations, where rape is a seven year statute of limitation. You have to know what crime has the arrest warrant. Who would know? A defense lawyer. Call one.
2006-08-21 15:22:33 · answer #7 · answered by volleyballchick (cowards block) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An arrest warrant, I do not believe expires, however the general statute of limitations is seven years.
2006-08-21 15:21:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
some statute of limitations run like 7 years for non serious offences but theres not time limit on murders in most states call the local library and they can givfe a list for the states and the crimes
2006-08-21 15:20:52 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Statute of Limitations Vary by the crime. There is no statute of limitations for murder...Most common limits are 7 years.
2006-08-21 15:35:38 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋