Question is too general. Needs to be more specifically worded. What state? Felony or Misdemeanor? What offense? Is the case still under investigation? Is the grand jury involved?
Yes, it is legal, but if you are out on bond, you should check the conditions of your bond. You may be prohibited from leaving the state.
2 years for misdemanor from date of crime.
Yes, a prosecutor reviews misdemeanor charges. It is the responsibility of the prosecutor to decide whether there is enough evidence to pursue a conviction and whether it is in the best interest of the public to proceed with a case.
The entire premise of your question is faulty to begin with. Victims cannot decide whether to 'press charges' or not. Only the state has the ability to press charges, especially in a case such as you describe which involves a felony assault. Therefore: it is the state which chooses whether or not to prosecuite you and the victim has no say in the matter.
a trial court of limited jurisdiction
In Georgia a misdemeanor has a 2 year limit. A typical felony case has a limit of 4 years. The start of the timing will vary it could be from the occurrence or from being reported..
No, never at the appelate level.
It will depend on whether it is a felony or a misdemeanor. A typical felony case has a limit of 4 years in Georgia. Misdemeanors have a 2 year limit.
Not necessarily. The prosecution (The State) does not need the participation of the victim. Furthermore, the victim cannot "drop the charges" since the charges are not brought by the victim. The charges are brought by The State on behalf of the victim - who may or may not wish to participate. Occasionally, at the request of a victim, The State may agree to drop the charges.
It will depend on whether it is a felony or a misdemeanor. A typical felony case has a limit of 4 years in Georgia. Misdemeanors have a 2 year limit.
This is known as a downfiling of charges from a felony to a misdemeanor, and the case transferred to its respective court.
Well that is because Georgia is a state not a country