It depends upon the nature of the crime involved. In most non-serious felony cases, there is a five (5) year period to indict. See, Code section...

This is not a "statute of limitations" question, but a question of "speedy trial" under the 6th Amendment to the Constitution and supporting cases....

By your own admission, you unlawfully appropriated items from a store without paying for the items. This offense is classified as Theft, 4th degree...

The term "statute of limitations" is not the issue. Once arrested or indicted (either one), the case proceeds forward in the criminal justice...

You will need to obtain a reinstatement worksheet from the ALEA Driver License Division. The state of Alabama maintains records on all driver...

There is very little information provided in this inquiry. Apparently, although not stated, the defendant was charged with four crimes - Theft of...

Persons who are passengers in a motor vehicle on a highway may, under most circumstances, be required to show proof of identification if the...

Not only must you pay all fines and court costs, but you must "serve your time" in any license revocation order. The first DUI conviction will...

The answer is never go to court without a qualified criminal defense attorney, and especially one who knows the local practice. Not all attorneys...

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Lesson number one is never go to court by yourself. You are way outside your capability to represent yourself in a court of law where you are...