Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
Can a person be charged with previous petty thefts if caught in the same retail establishment if the previous thefts were on film but the person was never detained?
Asked on 2/17/16, 10:05 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman
Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman
Yes. Prosecutors can file charges until the limitations period expires, regardless of whether or when the defendant was arrested.
Answered on 2/17/16, 12:18 pm
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