Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania
What is the statute of limitations for a summary offense for animal neglect charge in PA? Can they come back 5 months after the fact and issue a citation?
Asked on 10/06/10, 1:37 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Cary Hall
Law Offices of Cary B. Hall, L.L.C.
Yes. The statute of limitations for non-vehicular summary violations (like animal neglect, 18 Pa.C.S. section 5511(c)) is two years, so five months is well within permissible time limits. Best of luck to you.
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Answered on 10/11/10, 5:02 pm
SAUL SEGAN
SAUL H SEGAN ATTY AT LAW
You are within the Statute of limitations..I do go to Allentown frequently if you would like help...
Call me at 215-732-4000
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Answered on 10/13/10, 2:40 pm
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