QUESTION
torte and criminal law statutes of limitations
Asked on May 26th, 2014 on Criminal Law - Louisiana
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I have heard that there is only a one year grace period within which to sue for damages after a an incident. But what if the incident involves criminal charges wherein there is no statute of limitations? If the crime is prosecuted at a later point is that grace period for torte then based on the date of prosecution?
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The short answer is yes, you have one year to file suit after an auto accident. Criminal and civil statutes of limitation (aka prescriptive periods) are different. Even if a civil matter had criminal aspects (think someone punched you in the nose) you must file suit within one year.
Answered on May 27th, 2014 at 10:17 AM