Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

I have a statute of limitations question. Is there period of time that a prosecutor has to file charges after being made aware of an alleged incident? If so, do you know what that time frame in the state of Florida? Thanks!


Asked on 4/19/11, 11:48 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Craig Epifanio Craig Epifanio, P.A.

It depends on the crime. It can range from one year up to no statute of limitations. For example, murder, arson, capital sexual battery can be brought at ANY time, but a first time petit theft they only have one year. Talk to an attorney to be sure depending on the alleged crme.

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Answered on 4/19/11, 1:39 pm


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