Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

Statute of limitations

I am in a debate right now about the statute of limitations on Murder, I was told it was indeffinate. My friend believes its very short term (less then 5 years). Im am also guessing its a state by state thing. But I wanted to know, in general how long is it? Or is it a national law since murder is a Federal Crime?

Thanks to whoever answers this question.


Asked on 10/29/05, 9:30 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: Statute of limitations

There is no statute of limitations on murder. But murder is not a federal crime except in certain circumstances, for example if committed on federal property.

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Answered on 10/30/05, 12:08 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Statute of limitations

The Statute of Limitations on Murder: Eternity.

All jurisdictions within applicable U.S. law.

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Answered on 10/30/05, 12:28 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Statute of limitations

Rwanda, who knows?

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Answered on 10/30/05, 1:26 am


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