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A quick definition of limitations, statute of:

A statute of limitations is a law that sets a time limit for bringing a legal claim or prosecuting a crime. This means that after a certain amount of time has passed, you can no longer bring a claim or charge someone with a crime. The purpose of this law is to encourage people to act quickly and not wait too long to bring a claim or charge. This helps ensure that evidence is still available and fresh, and that justice is served in a timely manner.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: A law that sets a time limit for bringing a legal claim or prosecuting a crime. The purpose of this law is to ensure that claims are resolved while evidence is still available and fresh, and to protect individuals from having to defend themselves against charges when the basic facts have become obscured by the passage of time.

Examples:

  • Civil case: Let's say someone is injured in a car accident. In most states, they have a certain amount of time (usually a few years) to file a lawsuit against the person who caused the accident. If they wait too long and the statute of limitations expires, they won't be able to sue.
  • Criminal case: If someone commits a crime, there is usually a certain amount of time (often several years) during which the government can prosecute them. If they wait too long and the statute of limitations expires, the person can't be charged with the crime.

These examples illustrate how the statute of limitations works in both civil and criminal cases. If someone waits too long to bring a claim or prosecute a crime, they may lose their chance to do so. This law helps ensure that legal matters are resolved in a timely manner and that evidence is still available.

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guys. my notre dame address just went long is this good or bad
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