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On a theft under $500, what is the statute of limitations? THe charge is from 1999.
Michelle,
Each state and the federal government has different laws covering the their statute of limitations. Further each entity defines theft of under 500 dollars differently. It could be a felony in one state and a misdemeanor in another. Also if there are other variables such as from an employer or an estate that could change something's also. However in most states that i am aware of 5 years is pretty standard and 9-10 years is probably beyond most statutes.
Hope this helped
Robin
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Robin Sexton
Expertise
Questions dealing with Police and investigative procedures, criminal investigation for all classifications of crimes, Interview and interrogation techniques, crime scene procedure. Police techniques and procedures. Can not answer specific questions about specific cases.
Experience
Member of the Michigan State Police for over 30 years. Over 20 years as a Detective. Conducted numerous investigations from Homicide to dog bite. Internal investigations. Investigations in prison enviorment. Majority of career has been spent in rural areas of Michigan
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science degree. Long list of professional training
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