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Utah Criminal Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations set time limits for criminal charges to be brought in a case. In Utah, some crimes—like murder and rape—have no time limit and can be prosecuted at any time.
Minor in Possession of Alcohol
Learn about the legal consequences for underage drinking, including criminal penalties, fines, and drivers license suspensions.
Indiana Criminal Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations set time limits for prosecutors to bring criminal charges in a case. If the prosecution charges someone after the applicable time period has passed, the person charged can have the case dismissed.
Connecticut Criminal Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations set time limits for criminal charges to be brought in a case. In Connecticut, some crimes—like murder—have no time limit and can be prosecuted at any time.
Washington Criminal Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations set time limits for criminal charges to be brought in a case. In Washington, some crimes—like a capital felony for murder—have no time limit and can be prosecuted at any time.
Massachusetts Criminal Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations set time limits for the government to bring criminal charges in a case. If the prosecution charges someone after the applicable time period has passed, the person charged can have the case dismissed.
New York Criminal Statute of Limitations
Like all states, New York sets forth a "deadline" for criminal cases. If the state tries to prosecute someone after the applicable time period has passed, the person charged can have the case dismissed.
New Hampshire Criminal Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations set time limits for the state to file charges in a criminal case. If the state files charges after the time limit expires, the person charged can have the case dismissed.
Kansas Criminal Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations set time limits for criminal charges to be brought in a case. Learn more about time limits for filing criminal charges in Kansas.
Nevada Criminal Statute of Limitations
Learn about the time limits for filing criminal charges in Nevada and what happens when the time expires.