Statue of limitation

The Statute of Limitations is a time limit set for the State of Florida to file charges against you.  Generally, it starts on the date of the offense.  However, there are exceptions.  For felonies in Florida, the statute of limitations could be as short as 3 years.  Each case is different and needs to be considered separately. You need to speak to a Florida attorney to get a more definite answer.  If the case is in Charlotte, Lee, Hendry, Sarasota, Manatee or Desoto counties, you may call my office at (941) 255-5525.

I am not sure what you mean by 'how does it work?'  Generally, the statute of limitations on a grand theft is five years from the date of the offense.     If no charges are filed in that time then the state may be prevented from prosecuting a charge.  There are other ways the statute of limitations may be applicable that are unique to certain situations.