how long after the fact do i have to file charges against the person?
2006-08-22 07:06:53 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
How about you get over it, and stop clogging up the legal system. People like you make me so angry.... They sue for anything, which makes REAL cases wait all the longer. Get over it, realize that it's simply property which can be replaced, and stop bothering the real world.
2006-08-22 07:13:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every state has a different statute of limitations, which means you have to file within a certain time after the damage occurred or the court won't hear your case. It varies from state to state, but in most states the statute of limitations for property damage tort cases is two years from the date of the incident that caused the damage, or two years from the date the property owner should have reasonably known about the damage.
2006-08-22 14:14:30 · answer #2 · answered by sarge927 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Others are correct in that the statute of limitations varies by state...but that doesnt help much unless we know what state you live in, of course. Posted below is a fairly up-to-date listing of the statute of limitations on several different civil (tort) actions, including property damage. I can say from experience that injury to personal property typically runs in 2-4 years, with a majority of states at 3 years. Good luck with your claim.
2006-08-22 14:37:44 · answer #3 · answered by Andrew M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The statue of limitations varies in each state. In Georgia it is 2 years. First you have to file a complaint to the police and get a report. Then they will send you a court date. It is important to take pictures and get names of witnesses. Then hire a lawyer.
2006-08-22 14:18:47 · answer #4 · answered by Hannah B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried talking to them first? Get several estimates for it to be fixed or replaced. Take them to the person. Accept a check and let it go. If they will not be responsible..take 'em to court and do it soon because the longer you wait..the more they can profess to be innocent.
2006-08-22 14:15:30 · answer #5 · answered by Kay 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in oregon you have 2 years on a personal damage claim. or if it is property damage you have 7 years. different states will vary. see your local law library
2006-08-22 19:20:33 · answer #6 · answered by james_a_willis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think 2 years
2006-08-22 14:12:56 · answer #7 · answered by Jacks036 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well when it happend is when you should tell. but get a lawyer and see what they have to say about it. my uncle is a lawyer and he says as soon as it happens you sould call the law. hope this helps.
2006-08-22 14:16:12 · answer #8 · answered by x3_leahelizabeth 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not believe that you should wait I mean why would you? But I think that there is no time limit really
2006-08-22 14:13:22 · answer #9 · answered by Zarang 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should talk to a lawyer or some expert in the law.
2006-08-22 14:12:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋