Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Forgery

I recently heard i had a warrent for me a couple of days ago.

They only thing i can think of is somthing that happend more then a year and a half ago.

I am trying to contact attorney to see what i can do, icant afford to go to jail. my question is how long is the Time Limit for anyone to press Charges?


Asked on 8/16/08, 4:11 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Ryan P. McClure The Law Offices of Ryan P. McClure

Re: Forgery

Find a lawyer and deal with the warrant and do it quick.

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Answered on 8/20/08, 1:45 am
Jacek W. Lentz Law Offices of Jacek W. Lentz

Re: Forgery

Generally, charges are not prosecuted if a year went by. However, there is no fixed rule. If the offense is serious enough it could be prosecuted well after the date it took place.

In your case, you do not know how long ago the warrant was issued. It is possible it has been out there for quite some time but you found out about it just now.

You need a lawyer for sure. I would not jump to any conclusions as to jail time or what exactly you are facing until an attorney investigates the situation.

Best,

Jacek W. Lentz, Esq.

310.273.1361

www.lentzlawfirm.com

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Answered on 8/16/08, 10:16 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: Forgery

Asking about time limits is irrelevant. The prosecutor wouldn't file charges if the statute of limitations had passed. Once there is a warrant issued, it is forever. You now need to determine what court the warrant is from, and what the charges are. Your attorney can do that without the risk of immediate arrest you would face of going to court to inquire. You can then figure out how and when to best deal with the charges by appearing in court voluntarily, before you get arrested and transported. Feel free to contact me if serious about getting counsel, if the case is likely to be in SoCal.

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Answered on 8/18/08, 1:21 pm


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