I looked this up at http://law.findlaw.com and it appears that the statute of limitations for criminal charges or for civil suit ( injury to person) are both 3 years.
As always, consult an attorney before acting on any legal advise. I am just some jackass with an internet connection.
The statute of limitations on assault in MD is one year. Whether DOMESTIC VIOLENCE assault falls under this statute is not known.
When does the statute of limitations run out on a domestic violence misdemeanor charge in Florida
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A personal injury suit, such as an assault and battery case brought by the victim of domestic violence, must be brought within one year from the date of the injury in California.
The general Illinois statute of limitations for misdemeanor domestic battery is 18 months. In some instances it can be charged as a felony, in which case the statute of limitations is 5 years. For further information about Illinois domestic battery please see the related link below.
The statue of limitations in the state of Missouri for a physical assault is 1 to 3 years depending on if the assault is classified as a misdemeanor or a felony. If the physical attack results in no physical injury it could be classified as a misdemeanor.
The statute of limitations is the amount of time a prosecutor has to file criminal charges. In Indiana, the statute of limitations for indecent assault is 5 years.
The statute of limitations, in the state of Michigan, for a misdemeanor is six years. The statute of limitations applies to most crimes except for murder.
In Florida, the statute of limitations for domestic violence charges is generally one year for misdemeanor offenses and three years for felony offenses. It's important to consult with a legal professional to determine the specific statute of limitations that applies to your case.
Yes there is a limit in Michigan. A misdemeanor has a limit of six years from the action.