What is the statute of limitations in Florida for conversion?

Answer 1

3 years. CCP 338(c): (c) An action for taking, detaining, or injuring any goods or

chattels, including actions for the specific recovery of personal

property. The cause of action in the case of theft, as defined in

Section 484 of the Penal Code, of any article of historical,

interpretive, scientific, or artistic significance is not deemed to

have accrued until the discovery of the whereabouts of the article by

the aggrieved party, his or her agent, or the law enforcement agency

that originally investigated the theft.

Answer 2

Florida's statute of limitations is based on the seriousness of the crime charged. Felonies can be punished by a life sentenceny has no limit. The other felonies could be 2, 3 or 5 years dependi the specific charge. If it is a first degree misdemeanors it is set at 2 years with 1 year for others. Absence from the state can toll the statute for up to three years.

Answer 3

In California it will depend on what the specific charges are. If the felony can result in over 8 year in prison it is set at 6 years. Less then that, which probably is where conversion will be, they are set at 3 years. Misdemeanors will be set at 1 year unless a minor is involved which makes it 3 years.

Answer 4

Forgery in California is a felony. They have set the limit at three or two years, depending on the exact charges.