How long does the state of Texas had to indict a person

Attorney answers (4)

1. Licensed in TX

   

   Macy JaggersPro

   Dallas Criminal Defense Attorney

   Contributor Level 19

   

   EmailVisit website

   3

   Lawyers agree

   Answered January 18, 2013 10:16. The statute of limitations period varies from offense to offense. I can't tell yours from the information you've provided. I can tell you that this far out it's a lot less likely that the remaining charges will be filed.

   Macy Jaggers's answer to a legal question on Avvo does not establish an attorney-client relationship. Ms. Jaggers... moreMacy Jaggers's answer to a legal question on Avvo does not establish an attorney-client relationship. Ms. Jaggers offers everyone a free consultation to discuss their case. Feel free to call her office at 214-365-9800 to make an appointment (phones are answered 24 hours) or visit her website at www.macyjaggers.com for more information about her services and recent victories. less

   • Mark as helpful
   • Flag
2. Licensed in TX

   

   Carmine Giardino

   San Antonio General Practice Lawyer

   Contributor Level 14

   2

   Lawyers agree

   Answered January 18, 2013 19:32. until statute of limitations is over

   If this answer was helpful to you or if it was the best answer, please click the buttons that state helpful and... moreIf this answer was helpful to you or if it was the best answer, please click the buttons that state helpful and best answer. Please understand that all of my answers are for informational purposes only, are not legal advise, and do not create an attorney-client relationship between you and me. I am not your attorney and you are not my client unless we enter into a signed contract. My only legal advise to you is that you should immediately consult with and hire a lawyer and that you should not represent yourself. If you want to more information about personal injury, visit http://www.sainjurylawyer.com or if you want more information about criminal defense, visit http://www.giardinolawfirm.com. Good luck! less

   • Mark as helpful
   • Flag
3. Licensed in TX

   

   Cynthia Henley

   Houston Criminal Defense Attorney

   Contributor Level 20

   2

   Lawyers agree

   Answered January 20, 2013 11:19. They have until the statute of limitations runs to indict him. If they only indicted him on one of the two charged offenses, it could mean they are trying to get more evidence to decide on the other one UNLESS they issued a no-bill on the other ones. His lawyer will be able to tell him more.
   
   Cynthia Henley
   713-222-1220

   • indictment time period

   • Mark as helpful
   • Flag
4. Licensed in TX

   

   David WhitePro

   Austin Criminal Defense Attorney

   Contributor Level 11

   

   EmailVisit website

   2

   Lawyers agree

   Answered January 20, 2013 20:25. If your case has not been indicted after six months your attorney can move to dismiss the case or ask for an examining trial.
   
   Law Office of David D. White, PLLC
   1205 Rio Grande St.
   Austin, TX 78701
   (512) 369-3737

   • Austin Criminal Lawyer

   • Mark as helpful
   • Flag