Q: I think they trying serve me papers for bad checks, I haven't had a account in over 10 years with a bank
I haven't had any checks in over 10 years, and I'm trying to see is it a statue of limitations on that issue, plus I'm sure my hand writing isn't on them, I understand they was my checks, so I'm responsible, but I don't have any money, struggling at home keeping my 70 year old moms, I need help and don't know what to do, the checks are in different counties, I live in Hazlehurst Mississippi
A: It really depends on whether you were ever arrested. If you were, then the statute of limitations does not apply; however, you may end up having a speedy trial issue given the length of time. Regardless, it is going to be in your best interest to either hire a lawyer or have a public defender start looking into the allegations to see what, if anything, can be done.
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