Statute of Limitations
The legal deadline for filing a lawsuit or criminal charges, varying by case type and state.
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Detailed Explanation
Missing the statute of limitations permanently bars your claim regardless of its merits. Personal injury statutes range from 1-6 years by state. Medical malpractice often has shorter deadlines (1-3 years). Criminal statutes vary: no limitation for murder, 3-10 years for felonies, 1-3 years for misdemeanors. Discovery rules may extend deadlines when harm isn't immediately apparent.
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