What is the statute of limitations on traffic violations in Delaware?

Answer 1

In Delaware, as in most states, it will depend on what the specific charges are. If it is a Class A misdemeanor it is set at 3 years. For other misdemeanors will be set at 2 year. Fleeing the state tolls the statute.

Answer 2

A traffic ticket is a notice of violation. The statute of limitations is to prevent one from being accused of a crime when the witnesses may no longer be available and defense difficult. In this case, you have already been notified of the violation and have not defended against it in the time allotted. As such, a traffic ticket does not expire and is not subject to a statute of limitations. Some jurisdictions will stop trying to collect, or declare on amnesty on tickets on a specific time frame.

Answer 3

Warrants never expire. They exist until canceled by the judge.

Answer 4

In Delaware if it is a Class A felony, there is not limit. Otherwise it is set at 5 years.

Answer 5

Warrants are active until they are withdrawn, quashed, or the statute of limitations on the offense charged in the warrant expires.