Legal Question in Criminal Law in Ohio

Is there a time limit on capias for misdemeanors?

I was arrested and charged with a misdemeanor in 1983 in Hamilton county, Oh. I posted a $250 bond myself and moved to Missouri. I never appeared in court so there was never a hearing on the charges, bond was forfeited and a capias issued. I have lived in Missouri for 21 years since then, raising a family. If I returned to Ohio today could I still be arrested? Or has the capias expired?


Asked on 3/03/04, 12:35 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Joseph Jacobs Jacobs & Lowder

Re: Is there a time limit on capias for misdemeanors?

Probably still there....I will call the court to inquire if you call me:

Joe Jacobs

216-952-1990/216-227-0900

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Answered on 3/03/04, 12:41 pm


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