Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

Speedy Trial Motion to dimiss

How long after the intial arrest does the DA have to bring the matter to arraignment. If it takes longer than a year and a half is their sufficient cause to make a motion to dimiss.


Asked on 12/20/05, 3:58 pm

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ERICK PLATTEN LAW OFFICE OF ERICK PLATTEN

Re: Speedy Trial Motion to dimiss

Your question is one that focuses on the statute of limitations of the crime you have been accuses off.

Since you didn't state what offense it was I can only give you a general answer.

Misdemeanor offenses have to be filed by a complaint and information within two years of your arrest or the alleged act occurred.

Felony offenses vary. Most felonies have a statute of limitations of three years however there are other crimes that have longer limitations. There is no limitation on murder.

If my office can be of any assistance feel free to contact us.

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Erick Platten

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Answered on 12/21/05, 7:55 pm


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