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Missouri Criminal Statute of Limitations
Statute: 556.036
Summary: The following sets forth the applicable crimes and the time period within which a prosecution must commence thereafter.
Felonies:
- Murder or Class A felony: N/A
- Others: 3 years
- Unlawful sexual offenses involving person under 17 years old: 10 years
- If fraud or breach of fiduciary duty is material element of offense: 1-3 years after discovery
- Official misconduct: 2-3 years after offense or public employment
Misdemeanors: 1 year; infractions: 6 months
Statute (time) does not run: Absent state, hiding: maximum 3 year extension; prosecution pending for same conduct, lacks mental fitness: maximum 3 year extension
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