Legal Question in Criminal Law in Tennessee

Can the police come in my house and take a joint from me an charge me on a later date


Asked on 5/19/14, 6:40 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Bloodworth

Yes, the charge can be sworn up to the limit of time fixed by the statute "Limitation of Actions" commonly known as the "Statute of Limitations."

For a misdemeanor simple possession of marihuana, that's one year from the date of the offense.

Read more
Answered on 5/20/14, 6:51 am


Related Questions & Answers

More Criminal Law questions and answers in Tennessee