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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