Is There a Statute of Limitations on Misdemeanors?

Yes. In Arizona, misdemeanor crimes have a statute of limitations of one year. That means that the prosecutor must bring misdemeanor charges against you within one year of the date of the crime. If not, then you can’t be prosecuted.

Can the Time Limits in the Statute of Limitations be Extended?

In determining how long the state has to file misdemeanor charges, it is often as simple as knowing when the alleged crime occurred and then counting down the days. If the crime occurred less than a year ago, the state still has time to file charges. But sometimes the state can file charges even if the crime occurred over a year ago.

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Q: The Arizona Statute of Limitations

The law defining the different time limits to bring criminal charges is literally defined by a statute. A statute is any law that is passed by the Arizona legislature. The Arizona law that defines the statute of limitations is ARS 13-107.

Sep 6, 2022 | By Stewart Salwin | Read Time: 3 minutes | DUI

When is a DUI Considered a Misdemeanor in Arizona?

DUI charges are typically classified as misdemeanors in the state of Arizona. This means that if you are convicted of a DUI, you could face jail time and fines, but your record will not be affected as severely as it would if you were convicted of a felony. In this article, we will discuss what constitutes a misdemeanor DUI...

Apr 7, 2022 | By Stewart Salwin | Read Time: 4 minutes | Misdemeanors

How Do Misdemeanors Affect Employment in Arizona?

Some reports estimate that as many as 1 in 3 Americans have been arrested at some point in their lives. For many people arrested for a misdemeanor, there is a real concern about whether this misdemeanor will affect their employment prospects now or in the future. This article explores the effect of misdemeanor arrests and convictions on employment, and what can be...

Feb 28, 2022 | By Stewart Salwin | Read Time: 4 minutes | Misdemeanors

Arizona Statute of Limitations on Misdemeanors

If you are arrested for a misdemeanor crime in Arizona, the prosecutor must bring criminal charges against you within a specific time limit. This time limit comes from the Arizona statute of limitations on misdemeanors. If the State fails to bring the charges in the period specified by the statute of limitations, then you may have an absolute defense against prosecution...