0
Do the statute of limitations and the right to a speedy trial cover the same rights?
Wiki User
∙ 10y ago
No. The statutes of limitations limit the states right to prosecute an individual (if they are unknown and un-named) - whereas the right to a speedy trial takes effect and begins upon the defendants initial charge in court (usually 90 days, unless an extension is agreed to by the defendant).
Re: SOL's - - not all offenses are covered - some offenses have no SOL.
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Wiki User
∙ 10y agoTo a limited extend they have the same purpose of making sure things are done properly and the defendant has the ability to protect themselves. The purpose of a statute of limitations is to limit the time frame in which one can bring a law suit.
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Does a statute of limitations covering tort actions cover contract actions?
In most jurisdictions both are considered civil actions. Typically the statute of limitations will be the same.
Which states have the statute of limitations?
All states have statutes of limitations. What they cover and how long they are depends on the laws in that state.
Is there a statute of limitations for abuse?
You must define "abuse" a little more fully. If you are referring to being assaulted, most states DO have SOL's that cover assault.
What is the statute of limitations in ny?
The statute of limitations in New York for negligence is three years-with the discovery rule for exposure to toxic substances, two and a half years with medical malpractice, and two years for product liability.
Statute of limitations for parking tickets in VA?
There is no statute of limitations. If you don't pay or appear, they find you guilty and issue a bench warrant for your arrest. They also suspend your drivers license. Not paying a speeding ticket is a good way to end up spending the weekend in jail. lwpat http://www.speedingticketcentral.com
After closing down a construction company.. do you need to continue to maintain liability insurance coverage for potential claims from the past?
The type of policy you have will determine if you need to keep coverage in place or not. There are occurrence forms, which cover situations that occur during the policy period, and there are claims made policies, which cover claims that are made during the policy period. Claims made policies may cover situations that happened before your policy started. Either way, there is a statute of limitations on how long someone has to make a claim against you. This statute varies from state to state, it is recommended that you check with the department of insurance. Usually it is 1 to 2 years.
If both partys are at fault will their auto insurance cover this?
Cover what? If you mean the damages to each others vehicles it will depend on the liability statute of your state, please clarify your question.
What did the treaty of waitangi cover?
The Maori over their rights to their land and acquired British rights and protection
What is the statutory limit on federal crimes such as conspiracy mail fraud and conflict of interest?
Federal statutes cover most violations of federal law. Federal crimes can include mail fraud or a crime that crosses state lines, such as buying and selling weapons illegally. The list is almost endless and they all have their own federal statute of limitations. Keep in mind that there are several crimes that are not covered by federal statutes of limitation. Major crimes such as murder do not have statutes of limitations.
What ethics of using speedy ways of communication?
Using anything ethically depends on your moral and ethical code. These codes cover all aspects of society and our relationships toward it.
How do you create a scope and limitation thesis?
Scope is the boundary which the thesis topic cover's. Limitations are the disadvantages of the subject written in the thesis.
To what extent did basic rights improve during the civil rights movement?
to less extent it was not covered because this was not to cover all sides
