QUESTION
Statute of Limitations for theft by check in Texas
Asked on Jan 13th, 2016 on Criminal Law - Texas
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Just arrested as a Canadian traveling to Texas. Was told it was felony (1500-2000) and am being held in jail. This check was written in 2004. I moved back to Canada and had no idea of this offense. What is the statute of limitations?
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Assault Attorney serving Richardson, TX
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The statute of limitations is generally five years but if the case was filed prior to the expiration on of the S/L it has not been exceeded. We can help if the case is in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area or, if not, you should hire an attorney in your area to defend you. A case that old is difficult for the district attorney to take to trial so you have a good chance of being found not guilty. Being a Canadian citizen, there are serious immigration issues raised if you are convicted.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2016 at 9:39 AM