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- The length of time depends on the crime. Example: An unsolved murder is never closed no matter how long it takes to find the murderer and many cold case files have been resolved because of this law. There are Statute of Limitations for some minor crimes.
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Can a 17 year old girl be charged with disordely conduct for being provoked into hitting a 14 year old girl who started the fight?
Yes, they can certainly be charged. Battery is a crime and they could be charged and convicted.
Is there a statute of limitations for being charged with a drug-related crime in Kentucky?
It will depend on the specific classification of the crime in question. In Kentucky for a felony there is no limitation. For a misdemeanor it is one year.
If someone is charged with a crime and the maximun penalty is for a year what is this crime?
In most states: misdemeanors
Is it illegal for a 21 year old pregnant girl and the 16 year old father who will be 17 before the baby is born to put his name on the birth certificate without her being charged with a crime because?
If he does, the hospital is obligated to report sexual abuse of a minor to the police. You will be charged. If he doesn't, and he doesn't take care of his kid, you hvae to wait out the statute of limitations before you can go after him for child support. the 21 year old could be charged with rape because the father is underage.
Can a 12 year old be charged with crime in Wisconsin?
Yes, absolutely.
Can an 18 year old boy get charged with a crime for dating a 16 year old girl?
Depending on the state they are in, possibly.
How can an 11yr old child be charged as an adult?
If the crime committed can be considered a crime only an adult would commit then the 11 year old can be charged as an adult. For example intentional murder. But this is strictly up to the judge.
Can a deputy question a 17 year old without a guardian or attorney in Florida?
The authorities can question anyone at any time. The individual does not have to answer. They are only entitled to counsel if they are being charged with a crime.
If 3 boys ages19-17 and 15 are arrested for assault and battery on an adult and the 19 year was the prime instegator and the 15 year old was not in the actual assault what could he be charged with?
At most he can be charged with is failing to report a crime or misdemeanor
If a 33 year old woman develops a romantic relationship with a 16 year old boy online assuming they have never met and therefore have had no sexual contact can she be charged with a crime?
No. I Disagree. She can be charged with stupidity. I agree and think she should be charged for grossness! I think Im gona puke!
What amount of time does the state of Georgia have to try you after being charged for a misdemeanor crime?
It will generally take 6-18 months for the trial to occurr, but based on the offense, the state generally has 5-10 year statute of limitations in which to try you.
Can a 16 year old be charged without parents present?
If the child is being charged as a minor, it doesn't require parental consent.
