What is statute of limitations of grand theft in Tennessee?

Answer 1

Assuming that GRAND Theft is a felony offense in Tennessee:

Statute: 40-2-101, et seq.Summary: The following sets forth the applicable crimes and the time period within which a prosecution must commence thereafter.

Felonies:

• Any crime punishable by death or life imprisonment: N/A
• Class A felony: 15 years
• Class B felony: 8 years
• Defrauding state, evading or defeating any tax, fraudulent return: 6 years
• Class C or D felony: 4 years
• Class E felony: 2 years
• Others: 3 years
• Offense committed against a child: 4 years after offense is committed, or when child reaches majority, whichever occurs later
• Arson: 8 years

Answer 2

It depends upon the specific crime. If the crime can be punished by death or life imprisonment, there is not statute of limitations. Consult a criminal attorney for the rules regarding your case.

Answer 3

Question is worded poorly. Need to know exactly what is being asked. (A) the limitation for the prosecution of a felony offense, or (B) how long you have to wait to expunge a felony from your record?

Answer 4

It depends on the class of the felony; Class A felony: 15 yrs.; Class B felony: 8 yrs.; defrauding state, evading or defeating any tax, fraudulent return: 6 yrs.; Class C or D felony: 4 yrs.; Class E felony: 2 yrs.; others: 3 yrs.

Answer 5

There are different lengths in Tennessee. Some crimes statute of limitations are one, two, four and up to eight years depending on the crime that was committed.

Answer 6

The statute of limitations does not apply to a conviction. It remains on your record forever, unless expunged.

Answer 7

5 years