Q: Felony harrassment Washington state
Our neighbor shot our dog 12/30/2016. We haven't seen or talked to him since. We received a felony harrassment charge in the mail today. The day he shot our dog my husband did threaten him, but that was over a year ago. How can he file this now?
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A: Yes. The charge was actually filed by the State, not the neighbor. At some point your neighbor reported the threat to the police. For whatever reason the prosecutor took a long time to file it. The Statute of Limitations for Felony Harassment is three years. So, even though it was filed over a year after the incident it is timely. I suggest your husband speak to an attorney soon.
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A: A year is certainly a long delay, but it is legal and not unheard of. I would definitely consult with a defense lawyer prior to the court date. Good luck.
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