2007-02-25 01:01:56 · 21 answers · asked by maria virginia de la aguanta ha 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Depends on the crime.
2007-03-01 22:02:21 · answer #1 · answered by try out 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ya know, it really needs to have a bit more information here, such as the crime indication, or what it is. However, if it is a serious crime and there never has been an arrest or conviction on the crime, you begin to deal with a process of evidential discovery. IF it is an aggravated crime such as murder, manslaughter or the similar, the statute of limitations has not expired. Child abuse,certain cases,such as molestation has a varying limitation set state by state. If you are talking a summary offense, than you can kind of figure on letting that go, like shoplifting a candy bar and a store. If it is a felony type crime, you might want to consult with an attorney before taking any further steps on the matter. Good Luck
2007-02-25 09:10:23 · answer #2 · answered by punxsyparty 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Are you asking if you will be arrested and possibly jailed if you know who committed a crime 14 years prior to the present time?
If you were a party to the crime or in some way aided in the commission of the crime, you are liable.
If you just know about a crime but were not involved in any way, and have just 'kept your mouth shut' you will not be put in jail - to be put in jail you need to have been arrested for breaking the law but you would have to be put on trial and convicted to go to jail.
Failure to report a crime is not a criminal offense. But, if you are questioned during a trial and lie, or refuse to answer a question that is not self-incriminating, you can be held in contempt and jailed (for a short duration, quite often, up to 30 days).
2007-03-01 19:37:15 · answer #3 · answered by ha_mer 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
(I think I understand your question).... Many States have what is called a "statute of limitations" on a crime... after so many years the crime can-not be prosecuted... BUT...some crimes can be prosecuted... you'd need to check with the Attorney General of your State and know what the crime was... now...if you've been with-holding information about a crime... well that's not good either...maybe talk to a lawyer first... (the first one is free)...
2007-03-03 19:22:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the seriousness of the crime, if you lied under oath and any other circumstances. Just being a witness who did not say anything would not necessarily be judged more harshly- but unless you were guilty, I don't understand why you would have withheld info for 14 years.
2007-03-02 11:02:32 · answer #5 · answered by emarie21 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If the detectives could not find the missing piece to close the case and you know something that could help them close it you will probably go to jail. It really depends on the state that you live in.
2007-03-04 12:25:35 · answer #6 · answered by venus 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, if the crime falls into a certain category. If a murder case is still open, for example.
2007-02-25 09:09:27 · answer #7 · answered by Kacky 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes
2007-02-25 09:04:46 · answer #8 · answered by Sara 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't think so, if you were afraid to go to the authorities. Is another person sreving time for this crime, they may be hurt by your silence. I hope you weren't hurt by whatever happened. I would come forward and talk, obviously you have had to be afraid to talk for a while.
2007-03-04 10:37:19 · answer #9 · answered by sanctuary 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends on the crime- there is no stat of limitations on murder- and on your role in the crime. Felony or misdeameanor- perp or witness- Good luck
2007-02-25 09:48:14 · answer #10 · answered by joye b 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋