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Can I press charges at a later time?

Asked on May 17th, 2012 on Criminal Law - Texas
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I am a victim of a jewelry theft committed by a friend. The items were returned to me and I signed a declaration that I will not press charges (third degree felony charge). I was curious though if I could press charges at a later time before the statute of limitation expires.
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You can try to file charges but since you received the item back, it is highly unlikely that charges would be filed.
Answered on May 29th, 2012 at 6:22 PM

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Depends. Read the language of the declaration. But usually theft has a 2 year statute of limitations to file charges.
Answered on May 29th, 2012 at 12:51 PM

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