It depnds on the crime. This area of the law is quite complex. You should consult and attorney. Many criminal defense attorneys will talk to you about the problem for no charge. You can also try the local public defender's office.
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The amount of time the charging authority has to charge a suspect with a crime
It depends entirely on the state and that state's statute which defines the Statute of Limitations for criminal offenses.
There is no statute of limitations in Louisiana on traffic offenses
The statute of limitations deals with when a law suit or criminal charges can be brought. Records of previous offenses are not subject to any limitation.
In Florida, if you have gotten a DUI, there is no statute of limitations that applies. Due process has occurred and the penalty assessed. It is a part of the criminal record and does not go away.
For a misdemeanor it is one year. For infractions it is six months in Missouri.
Criminal Domestic Violence violations are one of the offenses for which there is no SOL.
There is no statute of limitations for offenses committed against the U.S. Government.
If you have gotten a DUI in Florida, there is no statute of limitations that applies. Due process has occurred and the penalty assessed. It is a part of the criminal record and does not go away.
SOL's only apply to criminal offenses. Red light violations are infractions of the traffic regulations
There are some limits, but not many in Florida. Felony crimes with a life or capital punishment have no limit. Others are limited to 3 years.