statute of limitation ...
RE: statute of limitation ...
It’s not quite that simple. While the statute of limitations in New York for theft over a certain amount is generally five years, there are some exceptions and factors to consider:
* Discovery: For certain thefts, like those involving a person in a position of trust, the statute of limitations starts when the theft is discovered, not when it happened. So, even if it’s been five years since you stole the money, if it was just discovered recently, they might still be able to press charges.
* Tolling the Statute: Certain situations can pause the statute of limitations clock. For instance, if you left the state after the theft, the clock might not have been running while you were gone. This is a legal principle known as “tolling the statute.”
* Civil Case: Even if criminal charges can’t be filed due to the statute of limitations, the victim could still pursue a civil case to recover the stolen money. There’s a different statute of limitations for civil cases, which is generally longer than the criminal one.