Q: Has the court system exhausted their time to prosecute me for a felony charge when it took place in 2021/2022?
I had my own meds bagged separately but all in one container(didn’t own a pill organizer and just had a miscarriage, plus my mom suggested I do it that way). I’m looking at a distribution charge and this happened in 2021 or 2022. I thought it was handled at the time when I was released from a 24 hr hold in the county jail but, when I was just recently arrested for warrants for failure to appear is also the first time I learned about the felony charge. I had court scheduled for the 28th of June and it was rescheduled without my knowledge and I have to travel from another state for court(this has happened two times now for two different cases). I had someone mention that it was way past 90 days so they cannot prosecute me, is that true?
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To determine if the court has exhausted its time to prosecute you for a felony charge, you need to consider the statute of limitations for the specific charge in your state. Generally, felony charges have longer statutes of limitations, often several years, so it's unlikely that the time has expired since 2021/2022.
The 90-day rule you mentioned typically applies to the right to a speedy trial after being formally charged or arrested, not the time frame for initially bringing charges. If you were unaware of the rescheduled court dates, it's important to address this with the court as soon as possible to avoid further complications.
Given that you have outstanding warrants and ongoing legal issues, consulting with a lawyer for personalized legal advice is crucial. They can help you understand the specifics of your case, manage court appearances, and navigate any misunderstandings or procedural errors that may have occurred.
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