View Full Version : Laws about refiling charges?
jbjhef
Feb 3, 2011, 08:27 PM
If I went to trial and witnesses didn't show up, so the case got dismissed, how long does the prosecuter have to refile charges
smoothy
Feb 3, 2011, 08:28 PM
It helps to know what type of case and what state this is... as some laws and Statutes will vary state to state.
Fr_Chuck
Feb 3, 2011, 08:29 PM
Till the SOL for that level of crime, in that state runs out.
jbjhef
Feb 3, 2011, 08:30 PM
Crim Reck Indianapolis Indiana Class D Felony
jbjhef
Feb 3, 2011, 08:32 PM
? Does SOL Mean
smoothy
Feb 3, 2011, 08:36 PM
?? Does SOL Mean
Statute of Limitations. Look at it as an experation date they have to proceed before.
AK lawyer
Feb 3, 2011, 10:25 PM
If I went to trial and witnesses didn't show up, ...
Has your attorney considered whether the Double Jeopardy Clause allows a retrial under these circumstances? Was the dismissal upon motion by the prosecution or the defense?