How long does the county have to press charges on me for an accident?
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How long does the county have to press charges on me for an accident?
It was a 4-wheeler accident, almost 4 months ago.
Asked on October 18, 2010 under Accident Law, Ohio
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
It appears it might be as much as 10 years the state may have to file a claim. Four months is simply too short a time period to discern whether or not the county prosecutor has had enough time to gather the proper facts, write the lawsuit (if to recover for injuries to county property) and decide in conjunction with any discussions with police whether criminal prosecution is warranted therein. If you were arrested as a result of the 4-wheeler accident, then consider speaking immediately with a criminal defense attorney about what he or she will need to do tactically to discuss the matter with the county prosecutor. Otherwise, it may simply be a civil matter with a possible action for recovery of damages to property.
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