Denton, TX asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Criminal Law for Texas

Q: I need to talk to a appeals attorney about a case was file after 4 years . Possession of CS

My girlfriend is in prison on a possession of cs. They gave her ten years but they waited 4 years to file the case I understand they only have 3 years to do this . Is there someone that could help us ?

1 Lawyer Answer
Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Houston, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: You will need to call a lawyer because it depends on the exact charge. Most felonies statute of limitations are more than 3 years.

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