What's the statute of limitations on making restitution in a criminal case?
Question Details:
I pled guilty to theft approximately 12 years ago and was ordered to make restitution. Shortly after, I was in a car wreck and was unable to work. Today, I received a notice stating that if I did not pay the full amount owed I would be arrested. Is this legal?
If you plead guilty to a criminal offense and was ordered to pay restitution, until that restitution is paid in full, the court can maintain jurisdiction over you and order you to pay, with the penalty of jail if you do not. Given your circumstances, I would contact a criminal defense attorney in your area to see if your case can be closed out based on your inability to pay and the age of the case.
