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Yes, statutes of limitations are applied to criminal cases. This prevents charges for small things being brought up years later when it is difficult to find evidence or proofs. Many states have no limitation on violent or sexual crimes.
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Yes, the statute of limitations does apply to criminal cases. It sets a time limit within which criminal charges must be filed, based on the severity of the offense. Once the statute of limitations expires, prosecution is generally barred and the accused person cannot be convicted for that particular offense.
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Is there a Illinois statute of limitation on felony cases?
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