QUESTION
How long is statute of limitations for misdemeanor if out of state?
Asked on Aug 28th, 2016 on Criminal Law - Tennessee
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I have a friend who left the state of TN, failing to appear for misdemeanor. That was fourteen years ago. Has the statute of limitations run out yet? Can he be charged with a felony for this? What should he do?
1 ANSWER
It is hard to answer this question because normally if your leave the state in an attempt to evade being arrested, it stops the statute of limiations from running. Depending on the charge, I would be surprised if the officials are still interested in prosecuting a misdemeanor charge after 14 years.
Answered on Aug 29th, 2016 at 5:11 AM